as in chewing
to crush or grind with the teeth
the farmer was intently chawing a carrot
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Beavers have been living in ponds and chewing wood for at least 20 million years.—
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In fact, prior research has shown that chewing green leafy and cruciferous vegetables, root vegetables, apples, and citrus fruit — all key parts of the Mediterranean diet — can promote healthy teeth and gums.—
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15 Sep. 2025
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“Chawing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chawing. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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