nibble (on)

verb

Definition of nibble (on)next
as in to pick (at)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nibble (on)
  1. chew
  2. lick
Verb
  • Savoring a moment, extending a meal past five minutes and chewing with attention aren’t dramatic overhauls.
    — Allison Palmer July 9, Miami Herald, 9 July 2026
  • It's understood that 50 percent of digestion begins in the mouth, so guests are encouraged to chew for much longer than comes naturally.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 July 2026
Definition of chew
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  • As flames licked at the fabric and smoke curled toward the ceiling, an overcapacity crowd of more than 1,800 panicked, rushing for the exits and jamming against doors that opened inward.
    — Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2026
  • Signs paws have already been burned include limping, refusing to walk, licking or chewing feet, darker or damaged pads and visible blisters or redness.
    — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 9 July 2026
Definition of lick
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“Nibble (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nibble%20%28on%29. Accessed 15 Jul. 2026.

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