gobbling (up or down)

Definition of gobbling (up or down)next
present participle of gobble (up or down)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gobbling (up or down)
Verb
  • In 2019, Vanity Fair royal correspondent Katie Nicholl reported that Prince Harry, who was once known for knocking back vodka Red Bull chasers at nightclubs, had adopted a healthier lifestyle thanks to his wife.
    Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Declutter by putting away items that collect there throughout the week, like mail, packages of food, keys, or extra dishes.
    Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Utopia Home Premium Wooden Hangers One of my favorite little luxuries in my own home is having wooden hangers in all of our closets, which makes putting away laundry or getting dressed feel less like a chore.
    Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Veteran coach Michael Boehle, sipping coffee, understands the routine is only temporary and does his best to get his players focused on their early-morning routine.
    Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
  • While generally safe to consume, people with allergies to similar plants, such as daisies, and those taking certain medications, such as antidiabetes medications, should exercise caution before sipping dandelion tea.
    Cory Martin, Verywell Health, 17 Feb. 2026
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“Gobbling (up or down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gobbling%20%28up%20or%20down%29. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.

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