gnawed

[US]/[ˈnɔːd]/
[UK]/[ˈnɔːd]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.To bite or nibble at something persistently, especially in a way that causes damage.; To worry or annoy persistently.
v. (past tense of gnaw)Past tense of gnaw.

Phrases & Collocations

gnawed on bone

gnawed through wood

gnawing anxiety

gnawed at edges

gnawed my fingers

gnawed relentlessly

gnawing doubt

gnawed away

gnawed his nails

gnawing feeling

Example Sentences

the mouse gnawed through the wires, causing a power outage.

he gnawed on a piece of gum, lost in thought.

the dog gnawed at his favorite bone with enthusiasm.

worries gnawed at her conscience, keeping her awake.

the relentless guilt gnawed at his soul.

the children gnawed on cookies during the long car ride.

the termite colony gnawed away at the wooden post.

the feeling of anxiety gnawed at him throughout the day.

the old tree trunk had been gnawed by squirrels for years.

the rat gnawed a hole in the bag of flour.

the constant criticism gnawed at her confidence.

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