jibe
verb (used without object)
to be in harmony or accord; agree.
jibes
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pluralof jibe.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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On Wednesday, the usual bad-tempered jibes and angry exchanges witnessed in the political theatre of the weekly Prime Minister's Questions, were replaced by gentle ribbing.
From Barron's ● Jul. 15, 2026
This jibes with the challenge hypothesis, which says, in multiple species, testosterone levels rise when males battle for attention from potential mates and go down when it’s time to take care of the young.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 10, 2026
Some opera singers hoped that the actor’s jibes might actually prove beneficial for the form in a roundabout way.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 9, 2026
At best, participants in these spectacles fielded snarky jibes about outdated fashion and unsightly grooming; at worst, they were vulnerable to manipulation and torment from the experts tasked with overseeing their transformations.
From Salon ● Jan. 17, 2026
These lads called him over to share food and drink with them, and were friendly though rough and full of jokes and jibes.
From "A Wizard of Earthsea" by Ursula K. Le Guin
