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gulped

Pronunciation: [ɡʌlpt]

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Learn how to use gulped in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “eating and drinking”

(verb) to swallow something quickly and often in a big amount. It's like when you're really thirsty and you drink water very fast.

Example

She gulped down her juice because she was so thirsty.

Example

He didn't gulp his soda; he sipped it slowly instead.

Example

Did you gulp your food because you were in a hurry?

Context: “feelings and reactions”

(verb) to take a quick breath in, often because you are surprised or scared. Imagine watching a scary movie and suddenly gasping for air!

Example

He gulped when he saw the huge spider in the corner.

Example

She was not scared at all, so she didn't gulp when the loud noise happened.

Example

Did you gulp when you heard the surprise announcement?

How to pronounce gulped

Pronunciation: [ɡʌlpt]

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