godan verb (-ru), intransitive verb
choke; be choked
Describes choking on something like smoke, water, or food, often with coughing or gasping. Can be used literally or figuratively.
煙でむせ返った。
I choked on the smoke.
彼は水を飲んでむせ返った。
He choked while drinking water.
godan verb (-ru), intransitive verb
Used when someone sobs so hard they choke or gasp; often associated with intense crying.
彼女はむせ返るように泣いた。
She sobbed convulsively.