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Swallow

SWAH-loh

/ˈswɑːloʊ/

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Syllable breakdown

swallow

Dictionary meaning

The act of swallowing.

Examples

  • One swallow of the liquid was enough.
  • Am I supposed to swallow that story?

Synonyms: drink

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