supping

verb

present participle of sup
as in sipping
to swallow in liquid form supped the broth slowly

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  1. sipping
  2. drinking
  3. gulping
Verb
  • Decoteau was there, sipping his beautifully unnatural lemonade.
    — Rachel Monroe, New Yorker, 17 Aug. 2026
  • For instance, one woman is clearly having a (beach) ball hanging with her mom for her 31st summer, sipping cocktails and shopping.
    — Melissa Willets, Parents, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of sipping
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  • Several commenters pointed to the fact that alcohol service can continue later than food service, arguing that removing late-night food could leave people drinking without an easy option to eat.
    — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Lacy said police had told him his son had gone out drinking with a friend, and at some point a physical altercation took place.
    — Evy Lewis, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of drinking
Verb
  • Others can’t stand the sound of gulping.
    — Sloane Crosley, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
  • This viral anti-slip slow feeder lick bowl helps prevent gulping and bloating, while keeping your dogs entertained for longer with a healthy, fun challenge.
    — Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 25 May 2026
Definition of gulping
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