chomp
verb (used with or without object)
chomping
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present participleof chomp.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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The mechanical chomping shark in “Jaws,” which was filmed on the Vineyard in 1975, invariably gets a mention.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 4, 2026
“Only one thing missing,” the Burger King president said, wiping at his mouth with his hand after chomping into one of the chain’s Whoppers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 4, 2026
The chaotic recording sessions featured a bucket of fire and musicians chomping vegetables.
From BBC ● Jun. 11, 2025
There is, of course, some suspicious, terrifying revelation promised that will surely result in lots of screaming and chomping.
From Salon ● Jan. 3, 2025
Tilly had found a huge, horseshoe-crab shell on the creek bank and was chomping away.
From "Red Kayak" by Priscilla Cummings
