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Recent Examples of chewy
Olive salad adds punchy, bold flavor while chewy bits of salami add smoky, savory notes to each bite.
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Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2026
Macaroons are chewy jumbles of coconut bound together with egg whites and sweetened condensed milk.
—Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
Her mochi skins are bouncy and soft, with a chewy texture so majestic that the stretchability rivals the most dramatic of cheese pulls.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Instead, reach for a chewy, sturdy bar.
—Karla Walsh, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026
Gummies offer a tasty and chewy option for children.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
This elevated version features chewy homemade egg noodles and starts with a whole chicken for the richest flavor.
—Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Feb. 2026
Quinoa is a naturally gluten-free seed with a nutty flavor and a slightly chewy yet tender texture.
—Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 3 Feb. 2026
Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2026
Macaroons are chewy jumbles of coconut bound together with egg whites and sweetened condensed milk.
—Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
Her mochi skins are bouncy and soft, with a chewy texture so majestic that the stretchability rivals the most dramatic of cheese pulls.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Instead, reach for a chewy, sturdy bar.
—Karla Walsh, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026
Gummies offer a tasty and chewy option for children.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
This elevated version features chewy homemade egg noodles and starts with a whole chicken for the richest flavor.
—Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Feb. 2026
Quinoa is a naturally gluten-free seed with a nutty flavor and a slightly chewy yet tender texture.
—Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 3 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chewy
Adjective
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Most importantly, Alvarado relishes in his role as a tough-nosed, point-of-attack defender, an area the Knicks have had trouble despite building a roster with notable defenders across all positions.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
5 Feb. 2026
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With a durable and tough rubber sole featuring Vibram's TC5+ technology, each step offers the right amount of flex and resistance for a comfortable hiking experience.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Time draws these kids osmotically through a membrane, turning them into things like us, adults captured by the brittle carapaces of our egos.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Feb. 2026
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As a result, the product hardens, strengthens, and smooths brittle, peeling nails.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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This evergreen shrub has leathery evergreen leaves and fragrant yellow flowers in late winter to early spring, followed by grape-like fruits in summer.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
31 Jan. 2026
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Alongside the amber is nutty cardamom and leathery vanilla bean pods.—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
31 Jan. 2026
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“Chewy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chewy. Accessed 17 Feb. 2026.
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