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Gum

/ɡˈʌm/
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(noun) The flesh around the teeth.

Gum got stuck to the bottom of my shoe.
Believe it or not, it came in a pack of gum.
CEFR Practice Quiz
You should not chew ____ during the formal interview, as it is considered to be quite unprofessional.

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