Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

swallow-hard

verb phrase

/ˈswɒloʊ hɑrd/

Definition

To gulp or ingest forcefully or with great effort.

Examples

After hearing the bad news, she had to swallow hard before responding.
He swallowed hard, trying to maintain his composure during the difficult conversation.
She always had to swallow hard when discussing her past.

Meaning

The act of swallowing something with a significant amount of effort or determination, often used metaphorically to describe dealing with uncomfortable emotions or situations.