- present tense form of chime (3rd person singular).
Example Sentences
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“The representation that you brought to the show is so beautiful,” Briones chimes in.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
That description chimes with where markets are positioned if the lens is widened to a six-month view: stocks are just a 70 points higher than they were on Oct.
From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026
James chimes in, saying it's his favourite constellation, as the region surrounding it is a part of space where stars are constantly being born.
From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026
“It’s a bit like asking your friend to date you,” Fennell chimes in.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2026
Finally, finally, the clock struck midnight, and as the chimes died out, we heard a cacophony of pots and pans being beaten in the streets all over town.
From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly
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