choke out
The phrase "choke out" can describe physical actions, emotional expressions, or environmental phenomena.
Definition
B2Speech
(emotional, informal)To say something with great difficulty, often due to strong emotions.
Example
- Through tears, she choked out an apology.
- He could barely choke out the words, overwhelmed by grief.
B2Combat
(physical, technical)To cause someone to lose consciousness by applying pressure to the throat.
Example
- The fighter managed to choke out his opponent in the final round.
C1Environment
(biological, technical)To overwhelm or dominate something to the point of preventing its growth, often used in the context of plants or ecosystems.
Example
- Invasive species can choke out native plants, disrupting the ecosystem.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "choke out":
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