chime in
Britishverb
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to join in or interrupt (a conversation), esp repeatedly and unwelcomely
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to voice agreement
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Join in harmoniously or in unison, either literally (with music) or figuratively (joining a conversation to express agreement). For example, In this passage I want the altos to chime in with the tenors , or When Mary agreed, her sister chimed in that she'd join her . The literal usage was first recorded in 1681, the figurative in 1838.
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chime in with . Be in agreement or compatible with, as in His views chime in with the paper's editorial stance . [Early 1700s]
Example Sentences
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“How about me?” chimed in Mawuli, forgetting to cover his mouth this time.
From Literature
At one press conference, a reporter chimed in wanting to know about the snow-covered sides of the mountain and the glaciers at the top.
From Literature
Amidst online discussions over Latino representation users chimed in with presented different actors who could have taken on the role instead.
From Los Angeles Times
Then Jacob, never wanting to be seen as the helpless little brother, chimes in, “No, Isaac, let it be me who stays behind. I am swifter than you, and I will manage on my own.”
From Literature
To his credit, Affleck chimed in, adding that “Adolescence,” Netflix’s fantastic, award-winning limited series, avoided all of the streamer’s typical trappings.
From Salon
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