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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

Beyond Meat – which has always used pea protein to make its burgers — added lentils, rice and faba beans to the new burger to improve chewiness and boost protein.

From Seattle Times Feb. 21, 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 problem was I hated the chewiness of meat.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles

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