Meaning of the word choked in English
What does choked mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
choked
US /tʃoʊkt/
UK /tʃəʊkt/
Verb
1.
to have difficulty breathing because something is blocking your throat
Example:
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He choked on a piece of meat.
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The smoke made me choke.
2.
to fail to perform effectively, especially at a critical moment
Example:
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The team choked in the final minutes of the game.
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He always chokes under pressure.