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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

The tapioca’s chewiness and the coconut cream’s silkiness combat the brittle shave ice, and the mango tastes like it’s fresh from the orchard.

From Seattle Times ● Jul. 20, 2022

I loved the chewiness of the dried fruit, their taste pure and sun-filled, no water to interrupt the flavor.

From "The Night Diary" by Veera Hiranandani

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