Gulps

The act of swallowing a large amount of liquid or food quickly and eagerly. This often implies swallowing something in one big mouthful or several quick swallows. It can also figuratively represent absorbing information or experiences quickly. The frequency of gulps can vary from a single instance to a series of rapid swallows, reflecting urgency, excitement, or discomfort. The physical sensation is usually a quick, often noisy action, associated with the contraction of throat muscles.

Gulps meaning with examples

• After running the marathon, Sarah gulps down the entire bottle of water, barely stopping to breathe. She's incredibly thirsty after her strenuous run.
• The thirsty dog gulps down his water bowl's contents in seconds, seemingly unable to get enough refreshment after playing in the hot sun.
• He gulps down the bitter medicine, trying to get it over with as quickly as possible, grimacing at the unpleasant taste and avoiding a long drawn out experience.
• The nervous student gulps before starting his presentation, his throat dry with anxiety before the watchful eyes of his professor.
• He gulps the coffee and rushes out the door, late for his meeting, trying to absorb the caffeination for maximum performance.