How to Use chew in a Sentence

chew

1 of 2 verb
  • The dog chewed a hole in the rug.
  • A mouse chewed through the cord.
  • He chews with his mouth open.
  • You're not allowed to chew gum in class.
  • We were taught to chew our food thoroughly before swallowing.
  • The pup came in, unable to walk, chew or even bark.
    — Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
  • Chickens can roost on trees and goats love to chew on them.
    — Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 26 Dec. 2025
  • In outdoor ferns, slugs and snails can chew holes in fronds.
    — Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 22 June 2026
  • Pets also like to find things on the floor and chew them.
    — Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 24 Mar. 2026
  • Oaky as hell, yes, but not chewing-tree-bark oaky.
    — Tony Sachs, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2025
  • At its peak, the fire chewed through five football fields a minute.
    — Literary Hub, 13 May 2026
  • City life can chew you up, spit you out and never miss a beat.
    — Courtland Milloy, Washington Post, 19 Dec. 2023
  • These small black beetles chew holes in leaves and stunt the plants.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2026
  • Fingers crossed there will at least be more to chew on, good or bad.
    — Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 21 Mar. 2024
  • There’s not much to dance to here, but there’s plenty to chew on.
    — Brenna Ehrlich, Rolling Stone, 25 Apr. 2023
  • My cousin once joked, Kids chew rubber boots now too.
    — Literary Hub, 24 Nov. 2025
  • Hollywood chewed her up and spat her out.
    — Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 1 May 2026
  • In turn, this supports the structure and chew of the bread.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Dec. 2025
  • All its products are designed to spoon, sip, and chew.
    — Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 24 June 2026
  • Mouth sores Eat soft foods that are easy to chew and swallow.
    — CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
  • More than enough to chew on when the show returns for a fourth season.
    — Barry Levitt, Time, 16 Oct. 2025
  • Because it’s made of metal, mice can’t chew through it.
    — Shagun Khare, The Spruce, 6 Jan. 2026
  • Simply fold it over and start chewing.
    — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 4 Mar. 2026
  • Adults also chew holes in leaves, flowers, and fruit.
    — Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2026
  • These tiny black beetles chew holes in leaves and their larvae feed on roots.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
  • The younger dog eats crayons and has chewed numerous kids’ toys and books.
    — Dear Annie, cleveland, 19 Aug. 2023
  • For example, the food must be easy to chew, like fruit that's ripe.
    — Sharon Chin, CBS News, 11 Dec. 2025
  • Cats may knead your clothes with sharp claws, and dogs might chew or tug at garments just for fun.
    — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2026
  • Some of these have a mesh-like pattern that acts to scrape at plaque as your cat chews on them.
    — Avery Hurt, Discover Magazine, 24 Apr. 2023
  • And, the seeds need to be chewed or crushed—eating them whole won’t affect you.
    — Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 31 Jan. 2026

chew

2 of 2 noun
  • Even the pig snouts and ears are dried and sold as chew toys for dogs.
    — Washington Post, 5 Nov. 2019
  • Open the shell, and give the peanut a chew, slurping some brine with it.
    — Matt and Ted Lee, Southern Living, 31 Dec. 2023
  • Dental chews can ensure both of those things are the norm with any dog.
    — The Editors, Field & Stream, 18 Nov. 2019
  • Farro and edamame add chew, protein and fiber.
    — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 8 June 2026
  • The ribs were tender with a good chew, and pulled cleanly off the bone.
    — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 20 Feb. 2026
  • More gluten formation equals more chew.
    — Emily Elias, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Feb. 2026
  • The beef takes a more aggressive edge, with more chew, more heat and more shine.
    — Mike Sutter, ExpressNews.com, 3 Sep. 2020
  • Your dog will get five times the glucosamine, as each chew has 500mg.
    — Chris Hachey, BGR, 7 May 2021
  • The result is a pizza crust with just the right amount of chew and crackle.
    — Elyse Inamine, Bon Appétit, 26 Mar. 2021
  • The sturdier shape gave each bite a more substantial chew.
    — Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Mar. 2026
  • The pancakes are thick, fluffy and provide just the right level of chew.
    — Paul Stephen, San Antonio Express-News, 26 Aug. 2022
  • The short-term goal of this fresh breath soft chew is to eliminate this problem.
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 23 Oct. 2022
  • Start with offering a tasty chew or their favorite treat in the crate with the door open.
    — Chrissy Patterson, The Mercury News, 3 Sep. 2019
  • Made with bread flour, hard red spring wheat and spelt, its greatness lies in the chew of the crust, and in its flop.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2026
  • Of, a Goop immune support soft chew, and a Bite agave lip mask.
    — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Nov. 2020
  • BarkBox comes with two toys, two bags of all-natural bags and a chew.
    — Alicia Kortendick, oregonlive, 9 Dec. 2019
  • Plush chew toys come in all shapes, from a wine bottle to a TV dinner.
    — oregonlive, 12 May 2020
  • All are made on the restaurant's own flatbread — soft but with a delightful chew.
    — Carol Deptolla, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 28 July 2021
  • That first bite delivers the crispy outside with a soft chew of rice, followed by the hot dog.
    — Justin Brown, AJC.com, 27 June 2026
  • The gizzards have a hefty chew, and don’t go seeking creamy livers in a light coating here.
    — Dominic Armato, azcentral, 20 Nov. 2019
  • Suitable for extreme chewers, even the strongest jaws can’t chomp through this chew.
    — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2026
  • Finding a durable chew toy that won't splinter and isn't a choking hazard has been quite the task.
    — Jorie Nicole McDonald, Southern Living, 26 Feb. 2021
  • Give your mouth the heft and chew of wheat berries to complement spicy slices of pork or beef and crunchy vegetables.
    — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 May 2022
  • That dough is then piled with cheese and other toppings, but not sauce, and baked to a fluffy chew with oodles of crisp edges.
    — Paul Stephen, San Antonio Express-News, 10 Jan. 2022
  • Residents are asked to bring chew toys, blankets and towels, as well as dry food and wet food for cats and dogs.
    — Kathleen McWilliams, courant.com, 28 Nov. 2019
  • Shirataki will take on the flavors of the broths without losing their chew.
    — Chihiro Tomioka, Bon Appétit, 20 May 2022
  • The burgers are dense, in a good way, with more chew to them than traditional burgers.
    — Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2023
  • The basic crepe, made with a mixture of rice, wheat and other flours, has a distinct, whole wheat-like chew.
    — Soleil Ho, San Francisco Chronicle, 15 Feb. 2021
  • Try ginger tea, chews, or add fresh ginger to a stir-fry for anti-nausea support.
    — Lauren Manaker, SELF, 10 Mar. 2026
  • But if your dog frequently uses your Beats as a chew-toy, you're covered.
    — Courtney Linder, Popular Mechanics, 12 Apr. 2020

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