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Swallow

Definition

To make something go down your throat, especially food or drink, or to accept an unpleasant or difficult situation without complaining or resisting.

Example Sentences

1She swallowed the pill with a glass of water.
2Can you swallow the bitter taste of this medicine?
3He had to swallow his pride and apologize to his boss.
4If you swallow too much water while swimming, you might get sick.
5It's hard to swallow the fact that we lost the game after leading for so long.

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