chew
verb (used with object)
to crush or grind with the teeth; masticate.
were chewing
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past progressiveof chew.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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On a day where Rams fans everywhere were chewing off their own nails, Nacua’s hands held up just fine.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 10, 2026
And some teenagers, both boys and girls, were chewing resin to produce glue, just after munching on trout and deer, as well as on hazelnuts.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 18, 2024
Only 15 minutes later, it felt like rats were chewing on his bones.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 26, 2023
The twins were born without complication, but in time, they began climbing on everything, and were chewing on tables and chairs and window sills.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 3, 2017
Derek’s mouth worked as if he were chewing bark.
From "Bone Gap" by Laura Ruby
