chugged

Example Sentences

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The Welsh region had taken a surprise lead through tries from Ryan Elias and Archie Hughes but once the Saints juggernaut chugged into gear, they seemed to be running away with it.

From Barron's • Jan. 18, 2026

That was the case in the final moments of a sluggish overtime, during which Taylor chugged through a tired Falcons defense.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 10, 2025

I chugged cups of instant black coffee like water, not paying much heed to the bitter, pungent aftertaste that lingered on my tongue and scorched my throat.

From Salon • Nov. 6, 2025

As Turner fielded the ball and fired to the plate, Hernández chugged in with a feet-first slide.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 6, 2025

I stood on the porch and watched as Ella’s car chugged off down the lane.

From "X: A Novel" by Ilyasah Shabazz