as in to sip
to swallow in liquid form
the only way he can stay awake at his night job is by constantly swigging drinks containing caffeine
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Recent Examples of swig
Devlina Sarkar, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Sep. 2025
From the intuitive sip-or-swig dual spout design to the flip-top lid that doubles as a carry handle, the design is completely kid-friendly.
—Chaunie Brusie, Parents, 3 Sep. 2025
Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 20 July 2025
The officers, who were part of a crime-reduction overtime initiative, found Ennis swigging a beer from a paper bag in the park by W. 137th St. and Riverside Drive about 10:05 p.m.
—Kerry Burke, New York Daily News, 6 July 2025
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Noun
In a video captured and shared on X, the reigning Masters winner was seen popping open a bottle of champagne, taking a swig, and then passing it to fans who had gathered to meet the players after the dramatic victory.
—Devlina Sarkar, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Sep. 2025
From the intuitive sip-or-swig dual spout design to the flip-top lid that doubles as a carry handle, the design is completely kid-friendly.
—Chaunie Brusie, Parents, 3 Sep. 2025
Verb
The actor and producer was photographed on the balcony of the Grand Hotel Parker’s, the elegant and oldest hotel in the Italian city, enjoying the sun and swigging Acqua Panna.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 20 July 2025
The officers, who were part of a crime-reduction overtime initiative, found Ennis swigging a beer from a paper bag in the park by W. 137th St. and Riverside Drive about 10:05 p.m.
—Kerry Burke, New York Daily News, 6 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for swig
Noun
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Get an aerial view via a hot-air-balloon ride, or join a hike-and-sip tour to sample the local scenery and flavors.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Oct. 2025
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An employee was observed drinking a beverage at the kitchen from an unapproved cup and placing it on the food prep table between sips.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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To manage your thirst, try limiting your salt intake, drinking enough water throughout the day, and regulating your bedroom temperature.—
Lauren O'Connor,
Health,
23 Oct. 2025
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With its ever-expanding food and drink scene, Oaxaca de Juárez has rightfully earned its place as one of the world's premiere culinary destinations—so much so that it was named the best city in the world in Travel + Leisure's 2023 World's Best Awards and one of the top 5 cities in Mexico in 2025.—
Susmita Baral,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Even as dusk descended, people lined up to gulp from public fountains (another blessing), to fill their water bottles, or to splash their bare skin.—
Anthony Lane,
New Yorker,
22 Sep. 2025
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“Swig.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swig. Accessed 27 Oct. 2025.
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