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Choker (Noun)

An unfortunate person who is unable to perform effectively because of nervous tension or agitation; "he could win if he wasn't a choker".

Nouns denoting people.

The tennis player was known to be a choker in high-pressure matches, often losing to opponents she had previously beaten.
Despite his impressive skills, the young golfer was a choker on the final hole, consistently blowing his chances at victory.
The team's star quarterback was a choker in the playoffs, throwing interceptions and fumbling the ball in crucial situations.
The musician was a choker on stage, freezing up and forgetting the lyrics to her songs whenever she performed in front of a large crowd.
The salesperson was a choker in high-stakes negotiations, often backing down and accepting lower prices than she had initially aimed for.

A high tight collar.

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

The choker necklace was a fashion trend in the 90s that has recently made a comeback.
She wore a velvet choker to the goth club to complete her outfit.
The choker was so tight it left a red mark on her neck after she took it off.
The Victorian-era choker was a symbol of elegance and sophistication.
The punk rock singer's black leather choker was a staple of her stage persona.

Necklace that fits tightly around a woman's neck.

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

She carefully put on the delicate choker that her grandmother had given her, feeling a sense of elegance and sophistication.
The model's bold, gemstone-encrusted choker added a touch of glamour to her otherwise simple outfit.
After getting her ears pierced, she also treated herself to a beautiful velvet choker with a tiny silver charm.
As she was getting ready for the party, she decided to wear a classic pearl choker to complement her elegant dress.
The choker made of intricate silver filigree sparkled in the light, drawing attention to her slender neck.