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chewing



NOUN
mastication
Synonyms


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Some studies also suggest that chewing can help with cognition.

From BBC Sep. 12, 2026

Beware of lilies, which are toxic to cats; even chewing the leaves or licking pollen off their fur while grooming can be fatal.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 8, 2026

New offensive coordinator Sean Mannion has arrived from Green Bay to make the offense slightly more stirring than a capybara gently chewing on grass.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 8, 2026

It has enough backbone for the journey without requiring the determined chewing that makes lunch feel like a mandibular endurance event.

From Salon Jul. 30, 2026

There were all kinds: Hershey bars, gumdrops, chewing gum, licorice.

From "All About Sam" by Lois Lowry




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