Choke and Puff

Choke

Choke verb - To keep (someone) from breathing by exerting pressure on the windpipe.

Puff and choke are semantically related. in gasp topic. In some cases you can use "Puff" instead the word "Choke" as a verb or a noun.

Nearby Words: choked, choking, choky, choker

Puff

Puff verb - To breathe hard, quickly, or with difficulty.
Usage example: he came running up the stairs puffing and wheezing

Choke and puff are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Choke" instead the word "Puff" as a verb or a noun.

Nearby Words: puffed, puffy, puffery, puffing
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