as in eating
to crush or grind with the teeth
please chew your food thoroughly so you don't choke
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Recent Examples of chewing
Moths do not mean sod webworms are feedings; wait until chewing damage is noted to treat.
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Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 May 2026
Avoiding carbonated drinks, eating smaller meals, and chewing food slowly can help reduce gas.
—Brandi Jones, Verywell Health, 28 May 2026
Common symptoms include jaw pain, clicking or popping, headaches, earaches, difficulty chewing and ringing in the ears.
—Nicole Bennett, AJC.com, 22 May 2026
Both the Prince and Princess of Wales have spoken out this month about their dogs’ bad habit of chewing items around the house.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 22 May 2026
She’s just torn open a little pack of Haribo gummies after a long day’s shoot, and is chewing thoughtfully.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 20 May 2026
Flames spread up steep slopes, chewing through island chaparral, along with some grass and brush, said Mike Theune, fire information officer assigned to the incident.
—Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
Guilfoyle said helpful approaches include increasing enrichment and sniff-based activities on walks, providing more structured chewing opportunities, treating underlying nausea, reflux, pain or anxiety if present, and redirecting with food or toys before the dog starts grazing heavily.
—Diana Bocco, USA Today, 15 May 2026
This kibble for medium breeds ages 1 to 7 is designed to encourage chewing and improve digestion.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 14 May 2026
Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 May 2026
Avoiding carbonated drinks, eating smaller meals, and chewing food slowly can help reduce gas.
—Brandi Jones, Verywell Health, 28 May 2026
Common symptoms include jaw pain, clicking or popping, headaches, earaches, difficulty chewing and ringing in the ears.
—Nicole Bennett, AJC.com, 22 May 2026
Both the Prince and Princess of Wales have spoken out this month about their dogs’ bad habit of chewing items around the house.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 22 May 2026
She’s just torn open a little pack of Haribo gummies after a long day’s shoot, and is chewing thoughtfully.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 20 May 2026
Flames spread up steep slopes, chewing through island chaparral, along with some grass and brush, said Mike Theune, fire information officer assigned to the incident.
—Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
Guilfoyle said helpful approaches include increasing enrichment and sniff-based activities on walks, providing more structured chewing opportunities, treating underlying nausea, reflux, pain or anxiety if present, and redirecting with food or toys before the dog starts grazing heavily.
—Diana Bocco, USA Today, 15 May 2026
This kibble for medium breeds ages 1 to 7 is designed to encourage chewing and improve digestion.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 14 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chewing
Verb
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Cats become infected by eating raw meat, birds, mice or contaminated soil, and only cats that are actively shedding parasites in their stool can spread it.—
Dr. Megan Yanny,
Boston Herald,
31 May 2026
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Now regaled to one wall, the kitchen boasts even more counter space, as well as overhead cabinetry and an adjacent eating nook.—
Nicolas Milon,
Architectural Digest,
30 May 2026
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To avoid your dog nibbling on dangerous plants altogether, take the following steps.—
Amy DeYoung,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
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Eight neighbors, including Pugliese, sit around the coffee table sipping wine and nibbling on cheese cubes and fish dip, a black cat named Aura circling their ankles.—
Jessica Blough,
CNN Money,
22 May 2026
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Snacking can be a mindless affair, like munching on a bag of crispy, salty chips while streaming a favorite series or devouring chocolate chip cookies on the run—treats that appease momentary cravings but leave you wanting more.—
Randi Gollin,
Martha Stewart,
23 May 2026
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Tommy cozied up between Nana and Papa Bob, munching from a tub of popcorn.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
17 May 2026
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Meanwhile, Nick said his older brother doesn’t appear to be champing at the bit to join the 49ers, or any team, this spring.—
Matt Barrows,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
Verb
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As these energy-saving bulbs became cheaper and more efficient, societies found more occasions for lighting rather than simply consuming less electricity.—
Christopher Marquis,
Time,
30 May 2026
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With the Strait of Hormuz still effectively closed, top oil-consuming countries have been rapidly draining their reserves, helping keep crude prices in check.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
30 May 2026
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“Chewing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chewing. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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