chew

Example Sentences

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Yet even Amik needed 30 years to chew his way out of the billion dollars in red ink that the Montreal Olympics cost.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

The crust that came out of the oven was delicious, with a lovely flavor and great chew.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Over the next few months, you’ll have earnings reports to chew on.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

Their analysis of fossil jaws suggests giant octopuses glided through the oceans equipped with the ability to chew on the hard shells and skeletons of large fish and marine reptiles.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

Praying I hadn’t bitten off far more than I could chew.

From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson