Chew Up -

Refers to dominating an opponent completely ("The defense will chew up the rookie quarterback").

Pets usually chew out of boredom, separation anxiety, or puppy teething. chew up

When a dog or puppy destroys household items with their teeth, they are "chewing up" your belongings. Refers to dominating an opponent completely ("The defense

Keep shoes, clothing, and electrical cords out of your pet's reach. chew up

Aim to chew softer foods 5 to 10 times and tougher foods (like meat) up to 30 times.

You may also hear the phrase "chew up the meat and spit out the bones," which means to accept the useful parts of someone's advice while ignoring the bad.