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2 | 44% | 7 | A swallow-like movement made out of nervousness or fear | |
3 | 30% | 8 | What a swallow may swallow | |
Swallow In Fear Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "GULP" which means:
- noun
- • A large and hurried swallow
- • A spasmodic reflex of the throat made as if in swallowing verb
- • To swallow hurriedly or greedily or in one draught
- • Utter or make a noise, as when swallowing too quickly interjection
- • An indication of (the sound of) an involuntary fear reaction in the form of a swallowing motion.
An example sentence would be:
- • "He took a big gulp of water after running for miles."
- • "She finished her drink in a single gulp."
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12 Mar 2014 | The Guardian Cryptic / 12 Mar 2014 |
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