chew
verb (used with object)
to crush or grind with the teeth; masticate.
chewing
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present participleof chew.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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But one foreign attendee voiced concerns, telling AFP in English: "I am really hoping Rwanda is not chewing what it cannot swallow."
From Barron's ● Oct. 16, 2026
Between about 2 million and 1.8 million years ago, the species developed larger teeth and more powerful chewing muscles.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 8, 2026
The scout, who described elephant mothers mixing it in their mouths - "removing the leaves and chewing it until smooth, along with the roots of some other trees".
From BBC ● Sep. 24, 2026
One parent said her son worked better when he was chewing gum.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 16, 2026
“You know how you always said that if . . .” Katherine finished chewing.
From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
