gobble up
Example Sentences
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They allege Lucky Strike uses a monopoly scheme to gobble up mom-and-pop bowling alleys and transform them into a “mousetrap” model, luring people in just to upcharge them on shoe rentals and concessions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 2, 2026
For all the recent worries that AI will destroy whole industries and gobble up tech’s cash, Chronert says the ongoing spending boom will boost profits this year.
From Barron's ● Feb. 27, 2026
Now, he’s become known for his big personality, his hands-on approach in molding Milwaukee’s brand of baseball … and more lighthearted habits, like the “pocket pancakes” he’ll gobble up in the middle of games.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 11, 2025
Predators destroy an estimated 25 million birds, chicks, and eggs a year, while 30 million possums gobble up 21,000 tons of vegetation a night, depleting the food supply for native animals.
From Slate ● Aug. 8, 2025
Wherever I went in my life, I met people wanting to gobble up something new.
From "Tuesdays with Morrie" by Mitch Albom
