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as in consuming
to take in as food
claims that the average person ingests considerably more calories than is necessary or desirable
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as in swallowing
to take into the stomach through the mouth and throat
ingested the foul-tasting medicine with only the greatest difficulty
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Recent Examples of ingesting
Animals were observed ingesting the debris at the bottom of the Calypso Deep.
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Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 10 Mar. 2026
Animals were observed ingesting debris during the submarine survey.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2026
Some organisms were seen ingesting the debris.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 10 Mar. 2026
Anyone experiencing adverse effects after ingesting the product should contact a healthcare provider and report the incident to the DCC at 1-833-464-6627.
—Digital Staff, Cincinnati Enquirer, 5 Mar. 2026
What else is going on Soon after administering Narcan to a DUI suspect, a California Highway Patrol officer died from ingesting fentanyl.
—James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 25 Feb. 2026
Summit County Deputy Attorney Brad Bloodworth told jurors the evidence will show Eric Richins died from fentanyl toxicity after ingesting a lethal amount of the drug.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 23 Feb. 2026
Children and people who are pregnant may want to avoid ingesting too much ginseng.
—Pubsubhub User, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
Ensure surfaces cleaned with Pine-Sol are thoroughly rinsed and free of chemicals before allowing pets access, as ingesting cleaning products can be harmful to animals.
—Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 11 Feb. 2026
Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 10 Mar. 2026
Animals were observed ingesting debris during the submarine survey.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2026
Some organisms were seen ingesting the debris.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 10 Mar. 2026
Anyone experiencing adverse effects after ingesting the product should contact a healthcare provider and report the incident to the DCC at 1-833-464-6627.
—Digital Staff, Cincinnati Enquirer, 5 Mar. 2026
What else is going on Soon after administering Narcan to a DUI suspect, a California Highway Patrol officer died from ingesting fentanyl.
—James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 25 Feb. 2026
Summit County Deputy Attorney Brad Bloodworth told jurors the evidence will show Eric Richins died from fentanyl toxicity after ingesting a lethal amount of the drug.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 23 Feb. 2026
Children and people who are pregnant may want to avoid ingesting too much ginseng.
—Pubsubhub User, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
Ensure surfaces cleaned with Pine-Sol are thoroughly rinsed and free of chemicals before allowing pets access, as ingesting cleaning products can be harmful to animals.
—Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 11 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ingesting
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However, your intake will determine how protein is used in the body, and there can be side effects of consuming too much, Pasquariello says.—
Kirsten Nunez,
Martha Stewart,
7 Mar. 2026
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The parasite can cause severe neurological symptoms, with highest risk for those consuming raw freshwater crab, prawns, frogs, snails and unwashed produce.—
Susanne Rust
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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However, people with swallowing issues could be in danger due to weaker muscle tone and a loss of sensory input, Duyka said.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
10 Mar. 2026
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Bella Hadid, however, has been bucking this trend throughout her time in Paris and beyond, largely opting for denim that highlights her footwear rather than swallowing them up.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
7 Mar. 2026
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In Queens, check out the art at MoMA PS1 or spend an afternoon eating your way through Astoria or Flushing, known for standout Greek and Chinese cuisine, respectively.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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Many studies suggest that eating breakfast earlier may help regulate blood sugar.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
8 Mar. 2026
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With spring quickly approaching, now is the time to refresh your porch decor for those upcoming days of sipping sweet tea outside.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2026
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Last but not least, don’t underestimate the importance of sipping on good old H2O throughout the day.—
Michele Ross,
SELF,
3 Mar. 2026
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Keep beverages and sweets covered, and be wary of drinking from soda cans outdoors since wasps can crawl inside.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2026
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The protagonist then goads him into drinking enough to agree to spending the afternoon at her lake house.—
Megan McCluskey,
Time,
5 Mar. 2026
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Recent videos depict him chewing a toy bear and another bloodhound, Lorace, gallivanting in new boots.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
5 Mar. 2026
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Simply fold it over and start chewing.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
4 Mar. 2026
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“Ingesting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ingesting. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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