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swallow

Pronunciation: [ˈswɑːloʊ]

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Learn how to use swallow in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “eating”

(verb) to make food or drink go down your throat. When you eat or drink, you have to swallow to get the food or drink into your stomach.

Example

I swallowed my juice quickly because I was so thirsty.

Example

She couldn't swallow the big piece of bread, so she chewed it smaller first.

Example

Can you swallow this medicine without any water?

Context: “bird”

(noun) a type of bird that is small and usually has a long tail. Swallows often fly fast and catch insects in the air.

Example

I saw a swallow flying over the lake this morning.

Example

There are no swallows in the winter because they migrate to warmer places.

Example

Did you know that swallows can build nests from mud?

Context: “emotion”

(verb) to suppress or hold back feelings. Sometimes, people swallow their emotions instead of showing how they feel.

Example

He swallowed his pride and apologized first.

Example

She couldn't swallow her sadness after losing her pet.

Example

Is it easy for you to swallow your feelings when you're upset?

How to pronounce swallow

Pronunciation: [ˈswɑːloʊ]

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