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Pump somebody’s stomach

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Medical EmergencyPlay
Used to describe an urgent medical procedure to prevent harm from swallowed toxins. SlideAfter overdosing on pills, her stomach was pumped at the hospital immediately.
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Serious TonePlay
Conveys a serious situation and is not used casually or in a joking manner. SlideI heard he’s in critical condition because they’re pumping his stomach.
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Not Self-PerformedPlay
Highlights that this is a medical procedure performed by professionals, not by individuals themselves. SlideShe can't pump her own stomach, she needs to get to a hospital.