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choker

[choh-ker] / ˈtʃoʊ kər /






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“Ninety-two percent of the U.S. population hasn’t even tried Goodles yet, so we’re just getting started,” Zeszut said, wearing a pasta-noodle choker during a Zoom call to discuss the deal.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 2, 2026

Barbie star Robbie, who stars as Cathy, dazzled fans on Thursday turning up in a striking, corseted Gothic gown with a matching choker.

From BBC ● Feb. 5, 2026

The visual codes of subversion are best expressed in the details — a studded belt, a studded choker, a studded bag.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 10, 2024

It began with an understated yet powerful beige trench, worn with the large collar draping over a bare torso and complemented by a raw pearl double choker reminiscent of teeth that added a subtle bite.

From Seattle Times ● Jan. 22, 2024

He went into second gear, the engine spluttering and gasping, and he raced the engine, jamming the throttle down and snapping the choker in and out savagely.

From "The Sound and the Fury" by William Faulkner

The Proteas in June 2025 beat Australia in the World Test Championship final to win their first major International Cricket Council trophy and shrug off their "chokers" tag.

From Barron's ● Feb. 8, 2026

Gardeners at the September meetup were dressed in various looks, from frayed overalls and baseball caps to babydoll dresses and chokers.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 15, 2025

United were booed off, Amorim claimed his side were "chokers" and he had to implore supporters to buy tickets for the Hong Kong game.

From BBC ● May 30, 2025

The accessories — from contemporary neck chokers to sometimes-bejeweled leg bands that one might associate with armor — added layers of intrigue.

From Seattle Times ● Sep. 26, 2023

Mollie saw workers—tool dressers, rope chokers, mule peelers, gang pushers—toiling furiously.

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann




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