Blocking and Choking

Blocking

Blocking noun - The act of obstructing or deflecting someone's movements.

Choking and blocking are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Choking" instead a noun "Blocking".

Nearby Words: block, blocked, blockade, blockage, blockish

Choking

Choking noun - A condition caused by blocking the airways to the lungs (as with food or swelling of the larynx).

Blocking and choking are semantically related. You can use "Blocking" instead a noun "Choking".

Nearby Words: choke, choked, choky, choker

Both words in one sentence

  • But then, the guy breaks out a blaster to shoot Leia and makes another remark, and she pulls a Vader, blocking the guy's shot with the Force, then Force-choking him until Han has to tell her it isn't worth it to kill him.
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