stew
verb (used with object)
to cook (food) by simmering or slow boiling.
stews
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present tense formof stew (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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Champagne, Cava or Crémant are all excellent choices, their bright acidity making them particularly agreeable partners for creamy chowders and hearty stews.
From Salon ● Oct. 20, 2026
When dried and salted, guitarfish is used in soups and stews across Ghana.
From Barron's ● Jul. 23, 2026
In Burbank, family-run Tun Lahmajo delves into Armenian homestyle dishes, including flatbreads, cold salads, roasted meats, a range of soups and herbed stews.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 13, 2026
Social-media creators have documented their own perpetual stews with names like “Stewtheus” and “Soupina.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 30, 2026
Vegetables became more abundant, and chunks of meat began to appear in our soups and stews.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
