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as in strangling
to keep (someone) from breathing by exerting pressure on the windpipe
let go of my throat—you're choking me!
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as in vomiting
to experience complete or partial blockage of the windpipe
the recommended procedure for helping someone who is choking
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as in drowning
to be or cause to be killed by lack of breathable air
thick, black smoke choked the trapped firefighters
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as in blocking
to prevent passage through by filling with something
overgrown bushes choked the narrow alleyway between the buildings
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Recent Examples of choking
Ratlieff, 38, was struck in the face by the bullet while choking on tear gas fired by officers to disperse the crowd.
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Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
Also hospitals, where pellet ice is prized for its low choking risk and chewability.
—Lauren Joseph, Bon Appétit, 29 Nov. 2024
Strangulation and choking risks should also be examined.
—Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 29 Nov. 2024
Penny, 25, is charged with manslaughter and negligent homicide in the May 2023 choking death of Neely on the New York City subway.
—Kiara Alfonseca, ABC News, 27 Nov. 2024
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Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
Also hospitals, where pellet ice is prized for its low choking risk and chewability.
—Lauren Joseph, Bon Appétit, 29 Nov. 2024
Strangulation and choking risks should also be examined.
—Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 29 Nov. 2024
Penny, 25, is charged with manslaughter and negligent homicide in the May 2023 choking death of Neely on the New York City subway.
—Kiara Alfonseca, ABC News, 27 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for choking
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During an interview with detectives, Lambeth admitted to punching, stomping and strangling Howells, court documents stated.Lauren De Young, The Arizona Republic, 6 Dec. 2024
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He was found guilty of raping the child and strangling her with chicken wire.Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
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Heart attack symptoms can sometimes show up in the arms, back, neck, and jaw, and can bring on shortness of breath, nausea, cold sweats, lightheadedness, and vomiting—all of which are more common among women.Katie Camero, SELF, 17 Oct. 2024
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Costochondritis can also happen after intense exercise, but respiratory infections, certain types of arthritis, coughing or vomiting too hard, or complications from surgery could be responsible for it too.Katie Camero, SELF, 17 Oct. 2024
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The more vigorous the struggle to escape, the more debt that consumes the drowning victim.Forrest Claypool, Chicago Tribune, 5 Dec. 2024
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For instance, children who remember a previous death by drowning may hold a fear of swimming in the present day.Mark Travers, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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Instead, try blocking the first 60-90 minutes of your day as focus time.Shani Harmon, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Earlier today, a federal judge sided with the FTC in blocking the merger of grocery giants Kroger and Safeway.Ted Johnson, Deadline, 10 Dec. 2024
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Bateman posted bond but was arrested again, accused of obstructing justice in a federal investigation.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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The earlier felony counts include possession of methamphetamine, possession of narcotic drugs and bail jumping and misdemeanor counts of resisting or obstructing an officer and possession of drug paraphernalia.Charna Flam, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
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Conclusion As companies head toward 2025, adapting quickly to change, filling leadership vacuums and continuing to govern ethically will be key to finding success in the new year.Jon Michail, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Women will hold a record number of state legislative seats next year, filling about a third of seats nationwide.Noah Bressner, Axios, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Choking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/choking. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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