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What "masticate" is a fancy word for – Crossword Clue

The answer to the crossword clue “What "masticate" is a fancy word for” is CHEW (4 letters). Most recently CHEW, in the NYT Mini on April 30, 2026.

AnswerLettersPattern
CHEW4C___

What CHEW means

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

Where this clue appeared

DatePuzzleAnswer
April 30, 2026NYT Mini 5DCHEW

Other clues for CHEW

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FAQ

What is the answer to “What "masticate" is a fancy word for”?

CHEW (4 letters). Most recently CHEW, on April 30, 2026 in the NYT Mini.

How many letters is the answer to “What "masticate" is a fancy word for”?

4 letters, starting with C (C___).