Choking

Synonyms of choking

• suffocating
• strangling
• gagging

Antonyms of choking

• breathing freely
• clear airway
• unobstructed

Collocations of choking

choking hazard

Frequency: 80 %

The small toy had a choking hazard warning on the packaging.

choking on food

Frequency: 75 %

She started choking on her food and had to be given the Heimlich maneuver.

choking back tears

Frequency: 70 %

He was choking back tears as he delivered the eulogy at the funeral.

choking sensation

Frequency: 65 %

She experienced a choking sensation when she inhaled the pepper spray.

choking up

Frequency: 60 %

He was choking up with emotion as he accepted the award.

Idiomatic Expressions for choking

• Phrase: choking up
  Meaning: to become emotional and have difficulty speaking due to strong feelings
  Usage: She choked up when she received the award, unable to express her gratitude.