as in edible
suitable for use as food
crab apples are not actually eating apples
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as in consuming
to take in as food
having gone all day without food, we greedily ate the hamburgers
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as in eroding
to consume or wear away gradually
the pot's protective coating was eaten away by the acid
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as in dining
to take a meal
where's the best place to eat in this town?
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as in bothering
to disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts
it really eats me the way people go to national parks to enjoy nature—and then leave their litter behind
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Recent Examples of eating
Kristen Fischer, Health, 8 July 2025
The county’s southern portion of I-Drive, meanwhile, includes more eating and entertainment options, the 400-foot high Orlando Eye Ferris wheel, higher-end hotels, the Orange County Convention Center and SeaWorld’s theme parks.
—Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 May 2025
The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2026
The average American is eating 3300 mg of sodium a day.
—Sheah Rarback, Miami Herald, 30 May 2026
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Nightmares and negative emotions during dreams were also more common among study participants who reported unhealthier eating patterns, Nielsen told Health.
—Kristen Fischer, Health, 8 July 2025
The county’s southern portion of I-Drive, meanwhile, includes more eating and entertainment options, the 400-foot high Orlando Eye Ferris wheel, higher-end hotels, the Orange County Convention Center and SeaWorld’s theme parks.
—Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 May 2025
Verb
If your dog’s panting is accompanied by episodes of collapse, pale or blue-tinged gums, inability to walk, vomiting, or not eating, take it to an emergency clinic immediately.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2026
The average American is eating 3300 mg of sodium a day.
—Sheah Rarback, Miami Herald, 30 May 2026
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Across its 1,070-hectare spread—holding everything from edible gardens to cheese rooms and wine cellars—the options to spend your time are near-endless.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The stress test escalated quickly and Vendo refused requests for edible insects, firearms, even marijuana (legal in Arizona).—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
2 June 2026
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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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Kaua'i’s northwest coast is one of the world's most rapidly eroding shores.—
Brianna Randall,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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As many others have noted, including Fortune contributor Bhaskar Chakravorti, dean of global business at the Tufts Fletcher School, this is now structurally unwinding, rather than slowly eroding.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
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Expect a white-glove experience with thoughtful, immaculately plated dishes all while dining under a ceiling of ornate blue and gold frescoes.—
Matt Ortile,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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Your Floors Moving dining chairs back and forth can be hard on your floors.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
1 June 2026
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Brunson turned on the boosters in the second half, attacking the Spurs' defense and showing little sign that his knee was bothering him.—
Alejandro Avila,
FOXNews.com,
4 June 2026
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If certain smells or experiences are bothering you, here are some other tips for managing postpartum odor and sweat.—
Dory Zayas,
Parents,
28 May 2026
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Moths do not mean sod webworms are feedings; wait until chewing damage is noted to treat.—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 May 2026
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Avoiding carbonated drinks, eating smaller meals, and chewing food slowly can help reduce gas.—
Brandi Jones,
Verywell Health,
28 May 2026
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Lava buried roughly 6,000 feet of the access road under an average of 30 feet of rock, carved two canyons through the main channels and destroyed the power lines feeding the site.—
Ingmar Rentzhog,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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In spite of the cool winter chinch bugs are feeding in Augustine lawns; treat when noticed.—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 May 2026
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His doctor had been bugging him for years to get a colonoscopy because of his age, but Driggers declined.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 June 2026
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Get clear about what’s bugging you.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
26 May 2026
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“Eating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eating. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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