(an act, example, of) stating something firmly

declaration, positive statement

(an) opinion, explanation or criticism in speech or writing about an event, book, state of affairs etc

statement of opinion; explanation

to swallow food or drink quickly or greedily

swallow

a tiny piece (of food)

tiny piece

a small, sharp pinch or bite; a small (alcoholic) drink; to press (something) together hard (e.g. between finger and thumb)

swallow, taste

a small (usually unwanted) piece; a small amount

tiny bit of something

an attractive piece (of food, news, gossip etc)

tiny sample