as in gulps
to swallow in liquid form
after digging our car out of the snowdrift, we were ready to quaff some hot chocolate
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Noun
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Read on to find out why these sips are increasingly sought-after, then stick around for a recipe that’s a breeze to shake up at home.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Jan. 2026 -
Helen sips from her cup, weighing her words.—
Sadia Shepard,
New Yorker,
11 Jan. 2026
Verb
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What's more, while virtually all VTOLs being developed these days are electric, the Janus-1 is powered by a turboshaft engine that gulps n' burns diesel, kerosene or Jet A fuel.—
Ben Coxworth
October 21,
New Atlas,
21 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Post-Prohibition, when the spirit was flowing back into the United States, planter’s punch became one of many tropical drinks that surged in popularity.—
Jasmine Smith,
Southern Living,
12 Jan. 2026
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Staying well hydrated supports kidney function, while certain drinks may increase inflammation, worsen blood sugar control, or add unnecessary sodium and phosphorus.—
Brittany Poulson,
Verywell Health,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Quaffs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quaffs. Accessed 17 Jan. 2026.
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