bone in the throat

bone hard

As hard as a bone, rock hard.

bone in her teeth

(of a boat or ship) A prominent bow wave (as a result of high speed).

bone of contention

Something that continues to be disputed; something on which no agreement can be reached.

breed in the bone

To establish or ingrain firmly within someone's nature.

bring a lump to someone's throat

To engender a strong emotional reaction.

chill to the bone

To make someone extremely cold, or to be extremely cold.

force down someone's throat

To shove something down someone's throat.

frog in one's throat

Hoarseness or the need to cough.