chewy

Definition of chewynext
as in tough
not easily chewed a flavorful but chewy piece of meat

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Recent Examples of chewy Instead, reach for a chewy, sturdy bar. Karla Walsh, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026 Here, the dough crisps along the edges, but remains airy, light, and ever-so chewy inside. Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2026 Gummies offer a tasty and chewy option for children. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026 Each packs several pieces of shrimp in a thick, chewy wheat-starch wrapper that glows almost silvery under the light. Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2026 This elevated version features chewy homemade egg noodles and starts with a whole chicken for the richest flavor. Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Feb. 2026 Quinoa is a naturally gluten-free seed with a nutty flavor and a slightly chewy yet tender texture. Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 3 Feb. 2026 Mochi doughnuts —chewy, slightly sweet doughnuts made with rice flour for a unique texture — come in flavors like matcha, chocolate, ube, Biscoff, churro, crème brulee, cookies and cream, chocolate sprinkle, and glazed. Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 1 Feb. 2026 The noodles are thin and slippery, with that familiar chewy spring Silverlake Ramen is known for. Monti Carlo, AJC.com, 31 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
  • Most importantly, Alvarado relishes in his role as a tough-nosed, point-of-attack defender, an area the Knicks have had trouble despite building a roster with notable defenders across all positions.
    Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 5 Feb. 2026
  • With a durable and tough rubber sole featuring Vibram's TC5+ technology, each step offers the right amount of flex and resistance for a comfortable hiking experience.
    Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 5 Feb. 2026
Adjective
  • Time draws these kids osmotically through a membrane, turning them into things like us, adults captured by the brittle carapaces of our egos.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 10 Feb. 2026
  • As a result, the product hardens, strengthens, and smooths brittle, peeling nails.
    Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
  • This evergreen shrub has leathery evergreen leaves and fragrant yellow flowers in late winter to early spring, followed by grape-like fruits in summer.
    Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 31 Jan. 2026
  • Alongside the amber is nutty cardamom and leathery vanilla bean pods.
    Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 31 Jan. 2026

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“Chewy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chewy. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.

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