choke down
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To swallow with difficulty.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
I was already stuffed, but I managed to choke down some more apple pie anyway. It was so good that I couldn't stop.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “choke down” mean?
To swallow with difficulty.
Is “choke down” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.