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Recent Examples of chewy
The thin crust was chewy yet charred, simple but deeply satisfying.
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Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2026
As Bombardieri’s Baby Decision argues, treating the question like a single binary—to procreate or not—risks reducing a very chewy discussion.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 16 Mar. 2026
With a neutral flavor and slightly chewy, spongy texture, this bread would hold up well for sandwiches of any size.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026
Australian wines made from 100 percent Shiraz are often full-on powerhouses, from the first scents of blackberry, blueberry, violet, spice, and black pepper to tastes of black cherry, cassis, jalapeño, chocolate, and espresso that lead to a long, chewy finish.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 12 Mar. 2026
The secret to their chewy texture is to pull them from the oven as soon as the edges turn golden but while the centers are still very soft.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
Not too chewy — just perfectly crunchy.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2026
The seeded roll is outstanding — slightly crisp on the outside, soft and chewy inside, and sturdy enough to hold everything together without falling apart.
—Jamie Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 5 Mar. 2026
Mochi doughnuts —chewy, slightly sweet doughnuts made with rice flour for a unique texture — come in flavors like matcha, chocolate, ube, Biscoff, churro, crème brulee, cookies and cream, chocolate sprinkle, and glazed.
—Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 27 Feb. 2026
Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2026
As Bombardieri’s Baby Decision argues, treating the question like a single binary—to procreate or not—risks reducing a very chewy discussion.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 16 Mar. 2026
With a neutral flavor and slightly chewy, spongy texture, this bread would hold up well for sandwiches of any size.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026
Australian wines made from 100 percent Shiraz are often full-on powerhouses, from the first scents of blackberry, blueberry, violet, spice, and black pepper to tastes of black cherry, cassis, jalapeño, chocolate, and espresso that lead to a long, chewy finish.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 12 Mar. 2026
The secret to their chewy texture is to pull them from the oven as soon as the edges turn golden but while the centers are still very soft.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
Not too chewy — just perfectly crunchy.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2026
The seeded roll is outstanding — slightly crisp on the outside, soft and chewy inside, and sturdy enough to hold everything together without falling apart.
—Jamie Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 5 Mar. 2026
Mochi doughnuts —chewy, slightly sweet doughnuts made with rice flour for a unique texture — come in flavors like matcha, chocolate, ube, Biscoff, churro, crème brulee, cookies and cream, chocolate sprinkle, and glazed.
—Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chewy
Adjective
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The real minutes, tough minutes on the road, stressful.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
26 Mar. 2026
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After those seven players, things get a little tough to project.—
Mike Kaye
March 26,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Contact with the near minus-260-degree Fahrenheit liquid or its super‑cold vapors can cause severe injuries similar to burns, and materials exposed to such temperatures can become brittle and fail.—
Joel McPherson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
25 Mar. 2026
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Older roofs are more brittle and likely to fail when hail strikes a home than those that are newer.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
24 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Heaps of leathery brown prickly pear pads sagged into the dirt and ash.—
Jaclyn Cosgrove,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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The leaves are dark green, elliptical, glossy, thick, and leathery.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
12 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Chewy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chewy. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.
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