gum

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Scientists say these findings are similar to what has already been observed with gum disease.

From Science Daily • May 16, 2026

He did neck exercises and chewed extra-firm gum that he’d seen looksmaxxers claim would help build the jawline’s masseter muscles.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

“We walk and chew gum at the same time,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

The residues are sorted, ground and mixed with a maceration of gum arabic to facilitate ignition, and with clay to slow combustion.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

“Well,” the driver said, smacking bright green chewing gum against his front teeth, “are you getting on or not?”

From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller