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“Chews” or “Choose”

chews / choose are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term.

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Definitions

What each term means

Same sound, different spellings and meanings, shown with a pronunciation guide for each term.

chews ch·UW·z

  • nouna wad of something chewable as tobacco.
  • nounbiting and grinding food in your mouth so it becomes soft enough to swallow.
  • verbchew (food); to bite and grind with the teeth.

choose ch·UW·z

  • verbpick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives.
  • verbselect as an alternative over another.
  • verbsee fit or proper to act in a certain way; decide to act in a certain way.
Usage

Examples in context

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“chews”

  • …the party; Marion agrees but chews her out for neglecting her…
  • …Solo really understand Chew's monotonous noises?
  • …opened fire on the Federal cavalrymen.

“choose”

  • Students choose from several approaches to completing…
  • …"offer users no incentive to choose their platform" and "puts itself…
  • Students may choose to change majors after they…
  • …same degree) or minor may choose to take a minimum number…
  • …remain regardless of whether children choose to imitate it.
  • Students who choose to pursue outdoor sports learn…
  • …cities – were able to choose the Democratic nominee.
  • …more common as students increasingly choose to progress through difficult courses…
  • …Enid and Elaine appear to choose sides against Earl at random,…
  • …given, and the player may choose to observe the patient (do…

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