as in to consume
to eat (something) especially in a noisy way
We munched popcorn during the movie. cattle munching grass
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Recent Examples of munch
The film’s shark dispatches his victims with purpose, munching on some body parts while leaving a head or arm as a warning to any who dare swim in his waters.
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Scottie Andrew, CNN Money, 20 June 2025
In a recent TikTok video, Daisy and Sergeant can be seen lying together on the porch, grooming one another's fur, munching on the grass and even playing around in the snow.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 June 2025
Ponies munched grass on the side of the road, and white storks nested atop farmhouses.
—Jen Murphy, Travel + Leisure, 15 June 2025
Mia is sleeping downstairs, and Leo is munching on the cuff of my sweater.
—Marissa R. Moss, Rolling Stone, 11 June 2025
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Scottie Andrew, CNN Money, 20 June 2025
In a recent TikTok video, Daisy and Sergeant can be seen lying together on the porch, grooming one another's fur, munching on the grass and even playing around in the snow.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 June 2025
Ponies munched grass on the side of the road, and white storks nested atop farmhouses.
—Jen Murphy, Travel + Leisure, 15 June 2025
Mia is sleeping downstairs, and Leo is munching on the cuff of my sweater.
—Marissa R. Moss, Rolling Stone, 11 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for munch
Verb
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Good Culture took advantage of its own viral moment with an ad campaign embracing the various ways of preparing and consuming its product.—
Danielle Wiener-Bronner,
CNN Money,
26 July 2025
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And each switch requires the brain to reorient itself, which consumes mental energy and slows overall performance, Dr. Schiff explains.—
Noma Nazish,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
Verb
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The soaking process increases their water content, which may enhance their flavor profile during chewing and their satiating effects.—
Chelsea Rae Bourgeois,
Health,
24 July 2025
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Time to catch the breath, eat a Clif Bloks Margarita chew (or two) and rip back down the hill.—
Michael Teo Van Runkle,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
Verb
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In that case, a good plan is to visit a pick-your-own farm at the start of the season, said Collette—then store them in the freezer for easy snacking all summer long.—
Christina Manian,
Health,
21 July 2025
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Before dishing up dinner, Jennifer, from Michigan, noticed that her son, Remington, was snacking on an awful lot of salt-and-vinegar chips.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 July 2025
Verb
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The Boston Celtics are still licking their wounds following the heartbreaking end to the 2024-25 NBA season.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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And Lil Wayne agrees by licking my face, which is part of the job description for companion dogs.—
Marla Jo Fisher,
Oc Register,
9 July 2025
Verb
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The hands-off chicken dinner tastes restaurant-quality and plays nicely with side dishes that flex with the seasons.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 July 2025
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At the Diamond League, Bednarek finally tasted victory.—
Paras J. Haji,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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By sunup,the water had devoured their home and took Betty, 84, and her sons: Gary, 60, and 54-year-old Doug West.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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There are mentions of past destruction, as Galactus is said to have devoured five planets, wiping out entire civilizations in the process.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
29 July 2025
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“Munch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/munch. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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