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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 This means the inside and outside will have the perfect chewy-crispy ratio. Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2026 These soft and chewy treats are the result of dozens of careful recipe tests. Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2026 Brown rice has a slightly nutty flavor with a chewy texture. Lindsey Desoto, Health, 9 Jan. 2026 The texture is satisfyingly chewy, and the bars come in enough flavors that there’s sure to be one for everyone. Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Dec. 2025 Expect deliciously chewy dough, a perfectly charred crust, and top-quality ingredients. Megan Murphy, Travel + Leisure, 28 Dec. 2025 The result is a chewy and cheesy comfort food that'll give any of our local chili parlors a run for their money. Keith Pandolfi, Cincinnati Enquirer, 28 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chewy
Adjective
  • This leads to families having to make tough decisions, said Cindy Kincaid, family caregiver program manager at Centralina Regional Council.
    Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 12 Jan. 2026
  • She's been amazing, a sort of brutal support, tough lover, very educational.
    Breanne L. Heldman, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • Historically, a spoonful of cod liver oil was administered to treat children with rickets, a disease caused by vitamin D deficiency that results in brittle bones.
    Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 6 Jan. 2026
  • The product can damage wool fibers and leave them brittle.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 31 Dec. 2025
Adjective
  • Look for smooth, matte, leathery skin free from cracks and soft spots.
    Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2026
  • Indian hawthorn has leathery, dark green leaves that take on a pleasing purple hue in winter.
    Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Dec. 2025

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“Chewy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chewy. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.

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