chugged

Example Sentences

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He happily chugged all three shots of espresso.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

The Welsh region had taken a surprise lead through tries from Ryan Elias and Archie Hughes but once the Saints juggernaut chugged into gear, they seemed to be running away with it.

From Barron's • Jan. 18, 2026

And as the train chugged on through the jungle, there seemed to be some truth in each of their opposing visions.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 29, 2024

What Jintana didn’t know, as Gustun chugged the formula and his weight neared 70 pounds, was that her son’s choice drink had sparked an international feud.

From Salon • Mar. 23, 2024

Another motor-boat chugged into the light with some men aboard.

From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier