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Regurgitate

usgb/rɪˈɡɜːrdʒɪteɪt/Volume
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Animal BehaviorPlay
Used mostly for animals, especially birds feeding their chicks. SlideMother penguins regurgitate their food to nourish their babies.
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Not Always IllnessPlay
Regurgitating doesn't always mean the animal is sick; it can be normal behavior. SlideHealthy young raptors regurgitate pellets consisting of indigestible material.
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Human ContextPlay
When referring to humans, it usually implies illness or disgust. SlideHe regurgitated his meal after riding the roller coaster.