Answer: gargled

AnswerCrossword Clue
GARGLEDRinsed, in a way
GARGLEDDegermed, in a way
GARGLEDCleared the throat
GARGLEDDid a morning chore
GARGLEDRinsed one's mouth and throat
gargledGARGLE, to rinse the mouth or throat
gargledliquid for gargling
gargledto rinse (the throat) with liquid kept in motion by the breath