gagging
Definitions
The act of retching or experiencing a spasm in the throat, often caused by nausea or a physical obstruction.
The act of preventing someone from speaking or expressing their opinions, typically through censorship or force.
The act of putting a device into or over a person's mouth to prevent them from speaking or crying out.
Examples
The strong smell of the chemicals left me gagging as I walked into the laboratory.
He was gagging for a cold drink after running the marathon in the sweltering heat.