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choke and puke

(slang) A roadside diner or truck stop restaurant; referring to the quick, often low-quality food the drivers have to eat in a hurry.

ˈt͡ʃoʊk ənd ˈpjukDocumented since 1970s1970sGen Xhistorical192 viewsLast reviewed Jun 29, 2026+ Add a definition
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#1·Apr 26, 2026

(slang) A roadside diner or truck stop restaurant; referring to the quick, often low-quality food the drivers have to eat in a hurry.

Origin: From . Popularized by the 1977 film Smokey and the Bandit. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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