as in to sip
to swallow in liquid form
tossed off the last of the medicine
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Grand Marnier’s Remixed Chateau invited guests to sip elevated cocktails, explore a bold lounge blending Philly roots with French flair, and capture their festival moments with a signature twist.—
Essence,
Essence,
3 June 2025 -
Visit the sprawling estates of the island's interior to sip some of the world's best coffee amidst the untouched expanses of the Blue Mountains.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
3 June 2025
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This advisory is in effect until Monday at 11 p.m. During heat waves, consider the following tips from the NWS Stay hydrated: Make sure to drink plenty of fluids.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
8 June 2025
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Fafara went to live with his sister but continued to drink and use narcotics.—
Meredith Wilshere,
People.com,
7 June 2025
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That's why Trader Joe's shoppers keep coming back to these cakes (and sometimes gulp them down in the car).—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
12 June 2025
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The young woman gulps it down, not realizing it is laced with a sedative.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
20 May 2025
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“Toss (down or off).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/toss%20%28down%20or%20off%29. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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