chew
verb (used with object)
to crush or grind with the teeth; masticate.
chewed
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past participleof chew.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof chew.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
chewverb (used with object)to crush or grind with the teeth; masticate.
Example Sentences
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The mixture is popular in South and South East Asia, and is chewed by about one-tenth of the globe's population.
From BBC ● Sep. 10, 2026
The words “California Republic” were painted in black ink with the chewed end of a twig.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 13, 2026
In a second phase of the study, the researchers simulated how the body might process lead if children mouthed or chewed on clothing.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 2, 2026
Now, they say, that extra money will likely get chewed up by higher gas prices.
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 30, 2026
I chewed a granola bar as I walked to school and thought it might not be a bad idea if I dropped back from a 10 to a 5 in the lie department.
From "Liar, Liar" by Gary Paulsen
