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swallowing

/ˈswɒləʊɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does swallowing mean?

verb

The act of swallowing something, or the process of swallowing food or liquid into the stomach. It can also mean to accept or agree with something unwillingly.

Example

"She had to swallow her pride and apologize to her sister."

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