engorge
Example Sentences
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Coastal bears engorge themselves on salmon runs and then disperse marine nutrients in measurable quantities.
From Seattle Times
Tropical Storm Hilary engorged the waterway, usually just a dawdling stream during the summer, widening its banks from 15 to 100 feet.
From Los Angeles Times
The possibility that torrents of water will run down mountain slopes, engorge waterways, and flood streets and communities, means residents should pay attention to their local weather sources and alerts.
From Scientific American
If an “engorged” female arrived in Washington and laid eggs, it could establish a population in the region “and it would be happy,” she said.
From Seattle Times
Khan's appearance came just two days after the FTC suffered a courtroom setback in its attempt to rein in engorged market titan Microsoft.
From Salon
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