Reims

or Rheims

[ reemz; French rans ]

/ rimz; French rɛ̃s /

noun

a city in NE France: cathedral; unconditional surrender of Germany May 7, 1945.

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Example sentences from the Web for reims

While opting for fun, Abrams and Reims jettisoned the things that typically make Abrams' projects addictive entertainment.
Is J.J. Abrams Too Big for TV?|Jace Lacob|November 7, 2010|DAILY BEAST
Additionally, while Abrams co-wrote the first three scripts with Reims, the show never felt like a typical J.J. Abrams production.
Is J.J. Abrams Too Big for TV?|Jace Lacob|November 7, 2010|DAILY BEAST
As they went from Reims after the coronation, Dunois and the archbishop were riding by her rein.
The Red True Story Book|Various
On the journey to Reims she met some Domremy people at Chalons, and told them that she 'feared nothing but treachery.'
The Red True Story Book|Various

They rapidly acquired great influence in Reims, and one of their number, William Gifford, was even elected archbishop.
Facts About Champagne and Other Sparkling Wines|Henry Vizetelly
It was the tradition that coronations should take place on Sunday, so that there was little sleep in Reims that night.
Joan of Arc|Lucy Foster Madison
Henceforward the connection between the wines and the walls of Reims became permanent.
A History of Champagne|Henry Vizetelly

British Dictionary definitions for reims

Reims

Rheims

/ (riːmz, French rɛ̃s) /

noun

a city in NE France: scene of the coronation of most French monarchs. Pop: 187 206 (1999)

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