gobble (up)

Definition of gobble (up)next

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for gobble (up)
Verb
  • The Department of Justice on Thursday declined to turn over additional information from the Epstein files as ordered by a judge, arguing the materials include sensitive victim information or were appropriately redacted as required by law.
    Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 2 July 2026
  • At this point, all the waters in the lake have literally turned over.
    Jack G. Mell, Outdoor Life, 2 July 2026
Verb
  • Everyone will devour these miniature buttery rolls stuffed with homemade shrimp salad.
    Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 1 July 2026
  • Near the Colorado-Utah border, several fires merged to devour more than 30,000 acres and counting in the Snyder Fire.
    Chierstin Roth, CBS News, 30 June 2026
Verb
  • Of the 91 microchips, Honsal said 85 were scanned from the intact canine remains, and six were found in loose soil.
    Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 30 June 2026
  • Others may step in when a package jams, a label fails to scan or a pallet needs human attention.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 30 June 2026
Verb
  • The convenience of having high-quality lenses fast and a flawless journey from browsing to owning is all part of the convenience that many online eyewear retailers offer today.
    K.H. Koehler, USA Today, 2 July 2026
  • While browsing the thrift store, look for colorful quilts, blankets, or tablecloths to anchor your spread and provide a dry, comfortable place to sit while enjoying the outdoors.
    Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 1 July 2026
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“Gobble (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gobble%20%28up%29. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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