swallowing

Example Sentences

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Parents should quickly seek medical care for an infant who has difficulty swallowing, poor feeding, loss of head control or decreased facial expression, the CDC said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 14, 2026

He thinks both were overlooked brands that made them more attainable for the Chinese companies, as opposed to swallowing a bigger U.S. consumer company.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

Patients may develop tremors, difficulty walking, balance problems, and trouble swallowing.

From Science Daily • May 28, 2026

"But she explained to me they were in charge of swallowing feeding elements."

From BBC • May 17, 2026

Then again—and the idea pained her sharply even as she thought it, like swallowing something cold too quickly—perhaps she already was.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood