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ingest

[in-jest] / ɪnˈdʒɛst /
VERB
swallow
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Lead is a potent neurotoxin that can stunt the brain development and lead to behavioral issues in young children that inhale or ingest it.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

“One of the key things we looked at was its ability to ingest our menu,” Baartman said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Many things that we can ingest in high doses in the short term can cause massive problems over time.

From Slate • Mar. 5, 2026

The research team also explored why certain fish were more likely to ingest microplastics.

From Science Daily • Feb. 3, 2026

Like some members of the reptile family, dwarf males can unhinge their jaws, allowing them to ingest several pounds of earth a second.

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer




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