Bring a lump to your throat Meaning in English
expression
التعريف
If something brings a lump to your throat, it makes you feel so emotional or moved that you feel like you might cry.
الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة
This is an emotional idiom, used in both positive and sad situations. Commonly used with stories, speeches, music, or memories. Don't confuse with 'choked up', which has a similar meaning. Usually not used literally—there is no real lump.
جمل نموذجية
That sad movie brought a lump to my throat.
basic
His farewell speech brought a lump to my throat.
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Seeing the old photographs brought a lump to her throat.
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The way he talked about his late father really brought a lump to my throat.
natural
The children’s song brought a lump to our throats, reminding us of our own childhoods.
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I could see the story brought a lump to your throat—it touched you deeply.
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