Chew on

Pronunciation: /ˈtʃu ˈɑn/

Chew on (phrasal verb)

  1. To chew something in your mouth for a while, especially food, before swallowing.
  2. To think about an idea or problem for some time, often because it is difficult or important.
  3. To keep thinking about something that bothers you, without quickly solving it.

Examples

  • She slowly chews on her food until it feels soft.
  • They slowly chew on the bread before swallowing.