as in chewing
to eat (something) especially in a noisy way
We munched popcorn during the movie. cattle munching grass
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Recent Examples of munching
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.
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Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 23 May 2026
Tommy cozied up between Nana and Papa Bob, munching from a tub of popcorn.
—Sarah D. Wire, USA Today, 17 May 2026
Huge amounts of rain lead to vegetation growth, scattering seeds that attract leaf-munching rodents.
—Isabel Debre, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2026
While a caterpillar munching on a leaf is fairly easy to spot and remove, smaller insect pests like thrips, spider mites, or unidentified larvae can risk introducing those problems to your own plants.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2026
Kids can often be distracted from waiting by indulging in their universally, reliably favorite pastime of munching on a treat.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 2 Apr. 2026
True to the hotel’s philosophy of repose and rest, the basket invites you to linger longer in your rooms, with enough to keep munching on through the morning.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Mar. 2026
Discoveries are a critical part of the rehearsal process, highly encouraged by director Jeffrey Lo, munching on a Girl Scout cookie while observing rehearsal.
—David John Chávez, Mercury News, 1 Mar. 2026
Schreiner revealed during a follow-up video that the pug was in a room next door throughout the entire caper, munching on pâté.
—Kenneal Patterson, Vanity Fair, 19 Feb. 2026
Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 23 May 2026
Tommy cozied up between Nana and Papa Bob, munching from a tub of popcorn.
—Sarah D. Wire, USA Today, 17 May 2026
Huge amounts of rain lead to vegetation growth, scattering seeds that attract leaf-munching rodents.
—Isabel Debre, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2026
While a caterpillar munching on a leaf is fairly easy to spot and remove, smaller insect pests like thrips, spider mites, or unidentified larvae can risk introducing those problems to your own plants.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2026
Kids can often be distracted from waiting by indulging in their universally, reliably favorite pastime of munching on a treat.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 2 Apr. 2026
True to the hotel’s philosophy of repose and rest, the basket invites you to linger longer in your rooms, with enough to keep munching on through the morning.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Mar. 2026
Discoveries are a critical part of the rehearsal process, highly encouraged by director Jeffrey Lo, munching on a Girl Scout cookie while observing rehearsal.
—David John Chávez, Mercury News, 1 Mar. 2026
Schreiner revealed during a follow-up video that the pug was in a room next door throughout the entire caper, munching on pâté.
—Kenneal Patterson, Vanity Fair, 19 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for munching
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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
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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Even small exposures—such as licking pollen off fur or drinking water from a vase containing lilies—can be toxic.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
15 May 2026
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Vietnamese-style sweet-and-spicy chicken wings are a hot, finger-licking mess.—
Brock Keeling,
Oc Register,
13 May 2026
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Eating Too Much or Too Late Eating a large dinner or snacking too close to bedtime can cause a rise in blood sugar that may last all night, especially if the snack is high in simple carbs.—
Jennifer Lefton,
Verywell Health,
12 May 2026
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Look for special cocktail-making and spirits-tasting classes to dive deeper.—
Kate Williams,
AJC.com,
29 May 2026
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Why the Sober-Curious Distillery Trail Is Gaining Traction The sober-curious movement — people who are cutting back, taking a break or skipping alcohol entirely while still enjoying drinking culture — has pushed wine country and bourbon country to rethink the standard tasting flight.—
Lauren Schuster,
Miami Herald,
28 May 2026
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The scene might be a reversal of this dynamic, with the monster devouring Clark in order to replace him.—
Dani Di Placido,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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By 2036, interest expense would jump from absorbing 14% of all revenues to devouring 30%, five points more than under the CBO’s forecast.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
30 May 2026
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“Munching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/munching. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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