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swallow

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noun

as in sip
the portion of a serving of a beverage that is swallowed at one time drank the cool refreshing water in two swallows and held out her cup for more

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Recent Examples of swallow
Verb
Now, the latest update on Bryant's health is another hard pill to swallow, as he's elected to have a significant medical procedure on his back. Peter Chawaga, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025 According to tradition, Satan, disguised as a dragon, swallowed St. Margaret whole. Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 May 2025
Noun
The Swallows Day Parade celebrates the return of the swallows, a small species of bird, to the San Juan Capistrano Mission. Alexcia Negrete, Orange County Register, 23 Feb. 2025 Jolie opted for a three-piece suit from Dolce & Gabbana, wearing a black blazer over a partially unbuttoned waistcoat, which showed off the swallow tattoo on her breastbone, as well as a sliver of midriff. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2024 See All Example Sentences for swallow
Recent Examples of Synonyms for swallow
Verb
  • During the multi-generational culinary lesson, the young ones sipped homemade lemonade, while us adults drank delicious maracuya mezcalitas.
    Kathryn Romeyn, AFAR Media, 12 May 2025
  • The cup of jus on the side is deep in color and flavor, salty but balanced enough to sip.
    Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2025
Verb
  • The intent, the critics have said, is in fact to stifle findings about the noxious content that is increasingly polluting social media and political discourse.
    Steven Lee Myers, New York Times, 15 May 2025
  • Ventura described Combs’ psychological and physical abuse as ultimately demolishing her sense of self, stifling her career, and leading her to contemplate suicide.
    Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 15 May 2025
Verb
  • It’s revealed that Emily’s triplet, Charity, who is believed to have died during childbirth, is on a murder spree, killing Dante — as well as Emily’s ex-husband, Sean.
    Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 5 May 2025
  • Green Bay general manager Brian Gutekunst also believes Brinson has enough inside quickness to be a factor as a pass rusher.
    Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 4 May 2025
Verb
  • Secure hazards like electrical cords that curious cats and dogs might want to chew, and store fragile, breakable items out of reach where they can’t be knocked over.
    Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2025
  • These apparently humble nuts act as a mild stimulant when chewed, with a buzz equivalent to six cups of coffee.
    Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Orwell authored 1984, a bleak vision of the future where an authoritarian regime weaponizes language to suppress independent thought and rewrite history.
    Jason Snyder, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
  • However, consistent, long-term stress can wear down your immune system, exposing you to inflammation and suppressing your body's response to infections.2 UTIs occur when the urinary tract, including the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra, is infected.
    Brittany Dube, Health, 13 May 2025
Verb
  • Rather than accept those limitations, Dr. Gu decided to build something better.
    William Jones, USA Today, 14 May 2025
  • Schumer’s announcement comes as Trump’s plan to accept the luxury jet to use as Air Force One has drawn strong pushback from Democrats, and even some Republicans, who have raised legal and ethical questions about the move.
    Erin Doherty, CNBC, 13 May 2025
Noun
  • The easiest and most expensive way is to buy Scrappy’s Firewater Tincture, but there’s a half dozen ways to get heat into a drink, like muddling a pepper in the tin, or infusing the spirit.
    Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 3 May 2025
  • After all, a few hours without a drink isn't too much to ask.
    Christopher Elliott, USA Today, 3 May 2025
Verb
  • This spot for soccer fans offers lots of pub fare to eat and drink.
    Liz Rothaus Bertrand, Charlotte Observer, 24 Mar. 2025
  • The calls came while eating lunch, while lying in bed at night.
    Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 24 Mar. 2025

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“Swallow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swallow. Accessed 20 May. 2025.

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