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chew over

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verb

  1. (tr, adverb) to consider carefully; ruminate on

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Mr. Myers unpacks one of the most dominant runs in American sports, leaving readers with plenty to chew over during bar stool arguments.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025

Fun merch is a staple of all parties' annual gatherings as activists meet to chew over the year's highs and lows.

From BBC • Nov. 1, 2024

While President Joe Biden and his guest of honor at a White House state dinner chew over foreign policy, the female chef duo of Cris Comerford and Susie Morrison take care of the culinary diplomacy.

From Seattle Times • May 21, 2024

For this week’s episode of Working Overtime, hosts June Thomas and Isaac Butler chew over accountability and how to stay disciplined while working without a supervisor.

From Slate • May 2, 2024

That gave the men in the crowd something to chew over.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam

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