as in to chew
to crush or grind with the teeth
she tends to bite on her pencils when she thinks hard
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Electrical Cords Veterinarian Carly Fox reminds pet owners that holiday lights and electrical cords pose a risk of shocks and oral burns if chewed.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
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The man gave short responses while still chewing on his hash brown.—
Nicki Brown,
CNN Money,
9 Dec. 2025
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“Bite (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bite%20%28on%29. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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