choke down in a sentence

She had to choke down the awkwardness in the room.

He managed to choke down the medicine without gagging.

My puppy likes to choke down its kibble in two bites.

I had to choke down my nerves when I went on a first date with someone I really liked.

I had to choke down my anger when my roommate ate my food without asking.

I had to choke down my anxiety when I had to give a presentation in front of the class.

I had to choke down my disappointment when I didn't get the job.

I had to choke down my disappointment when my favorite professor retired.

I had to choke down my disappointment when I didn't get accepted into the study abroad program.

I had to choke down my pride and ask for help with my homework.

I had to choke down my anger when my roommate ate my food without asking.

I had to choke down my nerves before my big presentation.

I had to choke down my pride and ask for help with my homework.