take a gulp
Frequency: 7.512.8 per million words
To perform the action of swallowing.
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Examples (10)
- She took a large gulp of wine from the bottle.
- He was so thirsty that he took a huge gulp of water.
- I usually take a quick gulp of coffee before leaving for work.
- Before the big speech, she took a deep gulp of air to calm her nerves.
- The exhausted runner reached for his bottle and took a long gulp.
- Upon hearing the verdict, he could only take a sharp gulp and stare blankly.
- Take a big gulp of this energy drink; it might help you stay awake.
- The boy took a brave gulp of the bitter medicine.
- He took a nervous gulp when the teacher called his name.
- Pausing his story, the old man took a slow gulp from his teacup.