Thesaurus results for MUNCH

munch

verb

Definition of munch

as in to consume

to eat (something) especially in a noisy way We munched popcorn during the movie. cattle munching grass

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Recent Examples of munch Drive-in theaters are synonymous with summer, watching a Hollywood blockbuster under the stars while munching popcorn. — Tamara Dunn, Denver Post, 5 Oct. 2026 Yes, there are only five visible drinks at the ready, and a Bills fan appears to be satisfied with munching on a sprig of herbs, but thanks to Sunday Ticket, everyone in the room will be dialed in to their favorite team. — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 30 Sep. 2026 Place them out with the pico or the hot honey dip, or let people munch them straight from the bowl. — Danielle Bouchard, Martha Stewart, 24 Sep. 2026 There are obvious exceptions—like distractingly munching away at a breakfast sandwich. — Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 23 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for munch

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Verb

The people most consumed by the cost of living are the least sure their vote changes anything.

— Phil Mattingly, CNN Money, 1 Nov. 2026
That approach consumes considerable material and takes time during clearance operations.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 31 Oct. 2026

Definition of consume

Verb

Their population has collapsed, allowing the urchins to chew kelp and multiply at their leisure.

— Joseph Ogilvy, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Oct. 2026
People with large or overactive chewing muscles, often from clenching or grinding, who want to soften a bulky lower-face look or ease jaw pain.

— Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of chew

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Greek Yogurt The combination of carbohydrates and protein in Greek yogurt makes this snack a smart option for lasting energy.

— Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 2 Nov. 2026
The Hillshire snack packs with white cheese and gouda were measured above proper cold holding temperature.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of snack

Verb

After contracting the plague, he was banished to a cave, where a dog brought him bread and healed his wounds by licking them.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Oct. 2026
But the lively crew at the urinals was already licking its lips in anticipation.

— Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of lick

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