Choke back and Dog-eared

Choke back verb - To refrain from openly showing or uttering.

Dog-eared and choke back are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Dog-eared" instead a verb "Choke back".

Dog-eared adjective - Showing signs of advanced wear and tear and neglect.

Choke back and dog-eared are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Choke back" instead a verb phrase "Dog-eared".