Past tense for to become increasingly bloated or large in size
“Hot air found its way into the balloon, which began to swell and rise out of the basket.”
Past tense for to increase, or cause to increase, in amount, degree or value
“Mr. Borda expected kangaroo numbers would swell again in September or October and predicted the state would not cope with more animals.”
Past tense for to be filled with something, or be intensely affected by an emotion
“The thought of managing his own store someday made Glen swell with pride.”
Past tense for to become or make louder in volume
“The great city was waking up, and the noise began to swell, like the roar of the sea.”
Past tense for to move, or cause to move, in a wavelike motion
Past tense for to thicken, especially by boiling, evaporation, or condensation
Past tense for to be in great abundance
Past tense for to cause inflammation to (one's skin)
Past tense for to bend or turn in a curved direction or motion
Past tense for to become excitedly upset or angry
Past tense for to break out in blisters
Past tense for to congratulate (oneself) proudly
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