jingle
verb (used without object)
to make clinking or tinkling sounds, as do coins, keys, or other light, resonant metal objects when coming into contact or being struck together repeatedly.
jingles
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pluralof jingle.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
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present tense formof jingle (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
jingleverb (used without object)to make clinking or tinkling sounds, as do coins, keys, or other light, resonant metal objects when coming into contact or being struck together repeatedly.
Example Sentences
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While the 1-877-KARS4KIDS song has been called one of the most memorable jingles in history, a court has ruled it is misleading.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 15, 2026
In turn, an expanding roster of immersive, cinematic TV made the medium’s cheesy jingles and pandering copy look and sound discordant.
From Salon ● Apr. 25, 2026
In television interviews, his wife and nine children sang campaign jingles.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 15, 2025
It was popularised by Bing Crosby, who, as a significant shareholder, would sing in ads and radio show jingles about frozen orange juice being "better for your health".
From BBC ● Oct. 21, 2025
A burly man wearing jingles on his forehead is a welcome sight at such times.
From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali
