He is more awake, and is able to chew and swallow soft foods. But he is still not able to speak with us.

Be careful what you swallow. Chew!

Some books are to be tasted, others to be swallowed, and some few to be chewed and digested.

Basically, every bodily function was not functioning when he arrived, and I think it's dramatic that all systems are go, that he's recovered to such an extent. He's made a remarkable recovery and far exceeded my expectations.

It's tough to swallow. It's tough to swallow for everyone in this clubhouse.

She's the one I never get on for swinging at the rise ball. Anyone other than her and I chew them out.