something to chew on
Example Sentences
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The corporate results will give investors something to chew on, absent economic data from the federal government.
From Barron's ● Oct. 10, 2025
Or at least give each other something to chew on.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 23, 2022
Penny’s emergence was both overdue and unexpected, which made it something to chew on.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 13, 2021
I usually prefer steak that gives me something to chew on, but I was glad to be introduced to lokum.
From New York Times ● Feb. 2, 2018
It was all delicious, even though my jaw wished for something to chew on.
From "Ella Enchanted" by Gail Carson Levine
