as in to gobble (up or down)
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Jamar Ricketts played a low cross from the left side to the near post where Judd put away a first-touch shot before Musovski beat defender Dave Romney and goalkeeper Daniel to an arcing ball played by Albert Rusnák and scored on a header into a wide-open net.—
Jon Becker,
Mercury News,
20 July 2025 -
Season three will pick up in the aftermath of the second season finale, which saw Maggie make a choice to put away her long-standing grudge against Negan.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
16 July 2025
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The latest move higher comes as the market continues to digest second-quarter earnings.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
21 July 2025
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Avoid foods that are high in fat, protein, and fiber—all of which are extra difficult and time-consuming to digest.—
Jeanne Ballion,
Vogue,
21 July 2025
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In 2022, the Conservancy of Southwest Florida discovered a 115-pound python in the process of swallowing a 77-pound deer, which amounted to 66.9% of the snake’s body mass, officials said.—
Mark Price
July 11,
Miami Herald,
11 July 2025
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Symptoms usually start 6 hours to 6 days after swallowing the bacteria.—
Matt Cannon,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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Ardy's Concession at the Philippine Cultural Center 4141 S. East St., opened Jan. 12 Those who have wolfed down an Ardy's kabob at the Indianapolis 500 will recognize the fare at the Philippine Cultural Community Center's newest restaurant.—
Bradley Hohulin,
IndyStar,
2 July 2025
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Dining at a popular Ocean Beach eatery, The Old Townhouse Restaurant, MacPherson wolfed down three eggs, two pancakes and two strips of bacon.—
Don Norcross,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 June 2025
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Unplug Illinois is a campaign created by the Illinois Park and Recreation Association to encourage people to put down their electronic devices and instead play, explore creative fun and enjoy friends, according to city website information.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
10 July 2025
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Many put down roots while others moved on, restless to find even more land, fewer people, more freedom, and better soil.—
James Dodson
July 7,
Literary Hub,
7 July 2025
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This spot for soccer fans offers lots of pub fare to eat and drink.—
Liz Rothaus Bertrand,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Mar. 2025
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The calls came while eating lunch, while lying in bed at night.—
Max Klaver,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2025
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For most people, garlic supplements or garlic pills are a safe and convenient way to consume garlic when taken in the amounts directed.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
14 July 2025
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There’s no way around it—many of us consume far too much sugar.—
Jeanne Ballion,
Vogue,
14 July 2025
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“Mouth (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mouth%20%28down%29. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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