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gulp something back Fig. to force or hold back tears, sobs, etc. He gulped his sobs back and clutched at his wound. He gulped back his sobs. See also: back gulp something down to drink all of something, usually quickly. He gulped his coffee down and left. He gulped down his coffee. gulp for air Fig. to eagerly or desperately try to get air or a breath. Tom gulped for air after trying to hold his breath for three minutes. Mary came up out of the water, gulping for air. See also: air How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Dog owners need to recognize that some dogs are very careful chewers and some dogs are gulpers. In comparison, just 14 percent of women own up to being gulpers. With the addition of e-pay retail sites, our customers can top-up their prepaid wagering accounts at more convenient locations with extended hours of operations," said Jerry Gulpers, TAB's Manager Account Sales. |
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