gnaw

Example Sentences

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At the same time, concerns that gnawed at investors before the beginning of the war haven’t disappeared, either.

From The Wall Street Journal

Nine plucked a burnt matchstick from the rubbish and gnawed on the end.

From Literature

All around, tree stumps bear tell‑tale signs of busy activity, gnawed into points with teeth marks still clearly visible.

From BBC

Healthcare, housing, car payments, groceries and energy bills are the costs really gnawing at wallets, according to an analysis from the trade organization.

From MarketWatch

It landed on the floor beside the cot where I clawed for it and gnawed it greedily.

From Literature