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swallowing

[ˈswɑːləʊɪŋ]

swallowing Definition

  • 1the action of taking food, drink, or another substance into the body by swallowing it
  • 2the act of suppressing or concealing information or feelings

Using swallowing: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "swallowing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Swallowing is a natural reflex.

  • Example

    He had difficulty swallowing the pills.

  • Example

    She was swallowing her tears as she listened to the sad story.

  • Example

    The company was accused of swallowing up its competitors.

  • Example

    He was swallowing his pride and apologizing for his mistake.

swallowing Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with swallowing

  • to stop oneself from saying something that might be embarrassing or inappropriate

    Example

    I had to swallow my words when I realized I was wrong.

  • to be tricked or deceived by someone

    Example

    He swallowed the bait and gave away all his money to the scammer.

  • to do something that is humiliating or beneath oneself in order to achieve a goal

    Example

    He had to swallow his pride and ask his ex-girlfriend for help.

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Summary: swallowing in Brief

Swallowing [ˈswɑːləʊɪŋ] refers to the action of taking food, drink, or another substance into the body by swallowing it. It can also mean the act of suppressing or concealing information or feelings. Examples include 'Swallowing is a natural reflex' and 'He was swallowing his pride and apologizing for his mistake.' Phrases like 'swallowing one's words' and 'swallowing the bait' denote being tricked or stopping oneself from saying something inappropriate.

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