as in to masticate
to crush or grind with the teeth
please chew your food thoroughly so you don't choke
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Recent Examples of chew
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
The lead head had been chewed loose and now, on an exceptionally tough bass, the front hook broke off.
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Hank Bradshaw,
Outdoor Life,
24 June 2026
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
Farro and edamame add chew, protein and fiber.
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Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
8 June 2026
Emily Teel,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 June 2026
Sorghum Sorghum is an ancient grain with a dense, firm, slightly chewy texture.
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Amy Brownstein,
Verywell Health,
10 June 2026
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Verb
All its products are designed to spoon, sip, and chew.
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Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
The lead head had been chewed loose and now, on an exceptionally tough bass, the front hook broke off.
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Hank Bradshaw,
Outdoor Life,
24 June 2026
Noun
Ishnoelle blends blue corn from the Tehachapi Heritage Grain Project with Koda Farms rice flour and poolish (yeast, water and pastry flour) to achieve the distinct violet hue and a slight chew.
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Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
Farro and edamame add chew, protein and fiber.
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Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
8 June 2026
Adjective
Simmer, uncovered, until farro is tender and chewy, 15 minutes.
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Emily Teel,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 June 2026
Sorghum Sorghum is an ancient grain with a dense, firm, slightly chewy texture.
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Amy Brownstein,
Verywell Health,
10 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chew
Verb
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Which masticating juicer is Cold press juicers slowly crush and press fruits and vegetables, producing a high yield of juice that tastes great and retains the bulk of its nutrients.
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At 15 inches tall, the J3 is among the few true masticating juicers that can tuck under a standard American kitchen cabinet.
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The rest of the band followed his lead, particularly Green, a relentless head-banger, dropping to her knees to become one with the feedback and leaning back into beatific shred-faces.
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There's one day left of food in the fridge, a flood in the basement, a hole in the ceiling and a group of people who are clinging to the last shreds of hope for the future.
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While oysters in space appear to be a newer research opportunity, Harrisburg states that humans have been eating these creatures for 100,000 years, based on archaeology findings.
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Is low-carb or low-fat eating healthier for your heart?
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Messi made several dribbles at the backpedaling Algerian defenders before using his left foot to curve a sweeping shot past goalkeeper Luca Zidane for the first goal of the match.
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Two dribbles to get to his spot, rather than continuing to work in a crowd for a better shot that doesn’t exist.
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For an even more tranquil experience, spend a few hours at Lake Vouliagmeni, a thermal, mineral-rich, open-air spa with doctor fish that nibble on your feet for some natural exfoliation.
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Deer And Rabbit Damage Deer have a frustrating habit of nibbling the flowers off of hydrangeas.
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Russell made significant snips at the studio’s behest at the time, though the film still received an X rating.
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Use sharp, clean pruning shears or snips to cut stems.
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In cooler months, a hadrosaur might chaw rotten logs to get their daily fiber—with mushrooms and insects adding a little protein to the mix.
Noun
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Then, a few decades ago, the world cleaned up its act and stopped letting so many of those particles into the atmosphere.
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When wildfire smoke is inhaled, volatile gases and tiny particles can pass through the lining of the lungs and enter the bloodstream.
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“Chew.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chew. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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