as in edible
suitable for use as food
crab apples are not actually eating apples
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as in consuming
to take in as food
having gone all day without food, we greedily ate the hamburgers
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as in eroding
to consume or wear away gradually
the pot's protective coating was eaten away by the acid
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as in dining
to take a meal
where's the best place to eat in this town?
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as in bothering
to disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts
it really eats me the way people go to national parks to enjoy nature—and then leave their litter behind
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Recent Examples of eating
Isabella Cueto, STAT, 22 Mar. 2023
Those who engage in social eating report feeling more emotionally and socially supported by their colleagues.
—Dilip Rao, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2023
Cindy Chia, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The eating habits of prehistoric humans have long been a source of debate.
—Shi En Kim, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 Dec. 2024
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New childhood obesity guidelines still face a long road to consensus Across the studies, specific online experiences — certain social media trends, pro-eating disorder content, and a focus on appearance and photo platforms — had a stronger relationship to negative outcomes.
—Isabella Cueto, STAT, 22 Mar. 2023
Those who engage in social eating report feeling more emotionally and socially supported by their colleagues.
—Dilip Rao, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2023
Verb
On the flip side, neglecting physical health—like skipping exercise or eating poorly—can cloud your mind and leave you feeling emotionally drained.
—Cindy Chia, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The eating habits of prehistoric humans have long been a source of debate.
—Shi En Kim, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for eating
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If your pup likes chewing on stuff, giving them edible chews or chew toys will keep them from ruining your furniture.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
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From fine wines and colourful macarons to Tuscan olive oils and pecorino cheese, these boxes are filled with an assortment of edible gifts.Irenie Forshaw, The Week UK, theweek, 2 Dec. 2024
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At its peak, the wildfire that ignited Monday expanded at an alarming rate, consuming an area larger than five football fields per minute and destroying at least seven structures.Hanna Park, Robert Shackelford and Mary Gilbert, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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Health officials in California's Marin County said the child experienced fever and vomiting after drinking the unpasteurized milk and warned others against consuming any raw milk products.Sara Moniuszko, CBS News, 11 Dec. 2024
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Illiquidity is another key drawback, particularly in cask investments, as funds are tied up for years during maturation, with additional costs for storage, insurance and bottling eroding potential returns.Anthony Zhang, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Disputes, manufacturing delays, and eroding market trust have eclipsed the company's heritage over decades of greatness.Jim Osman, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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Treatment starts with testing to make sure juniper is the allergen that's bothering you.Nicole Villalpando, Austin American-Statesman, 5 Dec. 2024
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The Kansas Jayhawks were bothering Shedeur Sanders all day, but the star quarterback especially took exception to one hit.Ryan Morik, Fox News, 24 Nov. 2024
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This winter wonderland is home to the Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad, where each year, its Santa Train combines meeting Santa with feasting on pizza.Allison Tibaldi, USA TODAY, 30 Nov. 2024
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Thanksgiving has arrived, which for millions of Americans means feasting on delicious holiday dishes surrounded by family and friends.Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024
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The film was way ahead of its time with Fox as a demon possessed it girl, seducing and devouring mainly men.Paul Tassi, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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Outdoor spiders are hard at work, devouring home and garden pests such as ants, flies, mosquitoes, aphids, and thrips.Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 6 Dec. 2024
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Humans must remain in the loop, and treating human interaction like a premium service is a quick route to irritating many customers.Todd Fisher, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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This 2023 Best of Beauty winner contains a retinol alternative duo that firms and smoothes the look of fine lines and wrinkles without irritating the skin or being to harsh.Annie Blackman, Allure, 30 Nov. 2024
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“Eating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eating. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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