throat

Example Sentences

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Clark says he was "really emotional" and his throat choked up on hearing the news that he'd meet the Pope.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

His death was confirmed by Ambrosia’s Joe Puerta, who said the cause was throat cancer.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

I can still conjure it: the heated seat warming my back, the hot chocolate coating my throat, the cinnamon strudel giving way under my teeth.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

It is usually spread by the people who carry the bacteria in the back of their throat or nose but don't develop any symptoms.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

He takes a drink from his water bottle, then clears his throat.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison