choking

Example Sentences

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The deadly European heatwave was forecast to shift east on Friday, choking 150 million people with temperatures of 35C.

From Barron's • Jun. 26, 2026

As a result of the physical exertion, the former chef claims that she “became dizzy, began choking and gasping for air, and required assistance from security personnel, who intervened by providing water and aid.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

On the other hand, hiking more aggressively to control costs and protect the yen and comes at the risk of choking off economic growth.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

It gradually got worse and after waking up in the middle of the night choking and throwing up he said he knew "there was something badly wrong".

From BBC • May 19, 2026

No one could endure the hot flames and choking smoke for long.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson