chokers

Definition of chokersnext
plural of choker
as in necklaces
an ornamental chain or string (as of beads) worn around the neck a pearl choker closely wrapped around her throat

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Recent Examples of chokers Then the gorgeous butterfly bag, chunky rings, and layered chokers instantly add a cool-girl factor. Katherine J Igoe, InStyle, 4 Jan. 2026 Ever since the brand has expanded the assortment with chunky cuffs, bangles, sculptural earcuffs, chokers and rings, as well as bags. Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2025 Bands with names like Power-Tuff Girls and Pop Rocks, Hear the Explosion took over the space, filling it with glitter, sequin vests, pigtails, combat boots and classic black goth chokers. Miami Herald, 13 Oct. 2025 Remember, the Caps had never won a thing at this point, and were firmly established as the league’s undisputed big-game chokers – including yet another loss to the Penguins in the 2016 playoffs. Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chokers
necklaces
Noun
  • Plus, its crew neckline is the ideal base for statement necklaces, just like the chunky string of pearls that Seyfried wears throughout the movie.
    Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 6 Jan. 2026
  • Paying tribute to Hailey Bieber's street style, to make your look pop, add a handful of bold accessories, such as a chunky purse, a statement jacket, or layered necklaces, to give this classic style some personal flair.
    Samantha Sutton, InStyle, 2 Jan. 2026

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“Chokers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chokers. Accessed 18 Jan. 2026.

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