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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mouthed (down)
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An officer again asked if the dog was put away.
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And in Las Vegas, the Carolina Hurricanes put away the Vegas Golden Knights 3-0 for their first Stanley Cup in 20 years.
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Unlike the traditional models that seem to put down roots around residential buildings and become impossible to eradicate, the Arup prototypes will come down soon.
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This may seem obvious, but experts have seen socks and undergarments put down the toilet—when they really shouldn't be flushed.
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Carbohydrates in potatoes raise blood sugar levels as they are digested and stored in cells for energy.
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When food is digested slowly, glucose is released more gradually into the bloodstream, preventing a significant spike in blood sugar levels after eating.
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Mount Baldy made headlines in 2013 when a 6-year-old boy was suddenly swallowed by the dune, prompting rescues to frantically dig him out.
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The parade swallowed ordinary city life, too.
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“Mouthed (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mouthed%20%28down%29. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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