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swallow

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noun

as in sip
the portion of a serving of a beverage that is swallowed at one time drank the cool refreshing water in two swallows and held out her cup for more

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Recent Examples of swallow
Verb
Of course, amid the drama tugging at viewers’ heartstrings, the show will, in following 9-1-1 tradition, feature larger-than-life rescues, including of one tech billionaire (played by Mark Consuelos) who is swallowed by a whale. Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 6 Sep. 2025 Nevertheless, the moment is tough to swallow. Graham Hillard, The Washington Examiner, 5 Sep. 2025
Noun
Sir Belvedere asks how Arthur came to know so much about swallows. ArsTechnica, 29 Apr. 2025 Last year a swallow built a nest on the rocks above our front door. Joan Morris, Mercury News, 31 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for swallow
Recent Examples of Synonyms for swallow
Verb
  • So pack that sunscreen, toss a floppy hat into your weekend bag, and get ready to sip fruity drinks with tiny umbrellas.
    Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 7 Sep. 2025
  • Regardless, the judges sipped this one in the blind.
    Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Watch The Incredibles films on Disney+ Luca Luca (Jacob Tremblay) and Alberto (Jack Dylan Grazer) are sea monsters who feel stifled in the water.
    Sydni Ellis, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
  • Experts say this shift could stifle innovation—but here’s how young workers can still get their foot in the door.
    Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 7 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The percentage tells the public how much of the fire perimeter is believed to not go beyond the control lines.
    CA WILDFIRE BOT, Sacbee.com, 6 Sep. 2025
  • Skinner believes a club like Manchester United should be attracting players of Rolfo’s calibre.
    Charlotte Harpur, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Holliday’s portrayal of the gum-chewing diner waitress landed many of the show’s laughs.
    Greg Evans, Deadline, 10 Sep. 2025
  • The leaves will be skeletonized or defoliated, or the needles of conifers will be chewed down to the branches.
    Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 10 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Eight engines, four water tenders, five dozers and two hand crews have been working to suppress the fire.
    CA WILDFIRE BOT, Sacbee.com, 6 Sep. 2025
  • This ensures lithium is deposited smoothly across the anode, effectively suppressing dendrite growth even under rapid-charging conditions.
    Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Nikki also shared a few candid sentiments upon accepting her award.
    Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 12 Sep. 2025
  • Over the last month, three House Democrats have sworn off contributions from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee after accepting them in prior election cycles.
    David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Guests can browse local vendors, sip on drinks, and catch live music from Jade Flores while enjoying yard games and photo ops under the market lights.
    Tiffani Jackson Skinner, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Passengers in all classes will enjoy complimentary food and drinks.
    Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • In late March, a 3-year-old Leavenworth boy known as EJ fell asleep for the night on a neighbor’s couch after eating grapes.
    Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 7 Sep. 2025
  • To support your prostate health, focus on eating healthy fats, fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals.
    Merve Ceylan, Health, 7 Sep. 2025

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“Swallow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swallow. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.

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