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Choke out

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Physical Dominance

Used to describe overpowering someone to the point they can't resist, usually in fights.

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The fighter managed to choke out his opponent in the last round.
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Emergency Context

Often used in situations that are life-threatening, suggesting urgency and danger.

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She had to choke out the attacker to escape.
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Literal Interpretation

The phrase describes an action that is literal and physical, not metaphorical.

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The guard was trained to choke out an assailant.
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