'SWALLOW UP' Phrasal Verb

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Definition of Swallow up phrasal verb

Swallow up

1. Take control of something much smaller, like a company or state
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   » Example: The corporation SWALLOWED them UP before they could become a rival.
2. Consume or take a lot of time, money, etc
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   » Example: The project SWALLOWED UP all our money.
3. Destroy, make disappear
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   » Example: Flames SWALLOWED UP the building.