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gulping

[ˈɡʌlpɪŋ]

gulping Definition

  • 1swallow (drink or food) quickly or in large mouthfuls, often audibly
  • 2catch the breath audibly as a result of exertion or strong feeling

Using gulping: Examples

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

  • Example

    He was gulping down his coffee before rushing to work.

  • Example

    She was gulping for air after running a marathon.

  • Example

    The child was gulping back tears after being scolded.

  • Example

    The fish was gulping air at the surface of the water.

gulping Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for gulping

Phrases with gulping

  • eat or drink something quickly and eagerly

    Example

    He gulped down his breakfast and ran out the door.

  • breathe in rapidly and audibly, especially as a result of exertion or strong emotion

    Example

    After running a mile, he was gulping for air.

  • suppress or restrain an emotion, especially by swallowing it

    Example

    She had to gulp back her tears during the emotional scene.

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Summary: gulping in Brief

The verb 'gulping' [ˈɡʌlpɪŋ] refers to the act of swallowing food or drink quickly and audibly, or catching one's breath audibly due to exertion or strong emotion. It can be used in phrases like 'gulp down,' meaning to eat or drink quickly, and 'gulp for air,' meaning to breathe in rapidly due to exertion. 'Gulping back' means to suppress an emotion by swallowing it.