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chewiness

American  
[choo-ee-nis] / ˈtʃu i nɪs /

noun

  1. the quality of being chewy or requiring chewing.


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The naan's chewiness adds texture to every bite; its subtle flavour complements the gravy's spices and seasonings.

From BBC ● Dec. 29, 2025

Genetic variants in the waxy1 gene affect the stickiness and chewiness of maize, traits that are still valued in some traditional cuisines today.

From Science Daily ● Dec. 5, 2024

A customer said the meat tastes like a cross between crab and lobster with a dense texture and some chewiness.

From Reuters ● May 28, 2023

Refrigerated or frozen leftovers take on a candylike chewiness, but a quick zap in the microwave will return it to just-baked softness.

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 19, 2023

The problem was I hated the chewiness of meat.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles

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