tinkly
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of tinkly
Example Sentences
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The wide tonal variation continues with “Don’t Let Go,” a gorgeous midtempo weeper with pedal-steel guitar, tinkly piano and mournful fiddle.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 17, 2026
With the camera moving in tandem with EO, the score’s tinkly staccato notes echoing his soft clopping, the donkey voyages into a new and alien realm.
From New York Times ● Jan. 3, 2023
If it’s sad, out come the tinkly pianos and violins.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 21, 2021
He’s got sax and trumpets, tinkly keyboards and great guitar work.
From Washington Times ● Jan. 11, 2018
“Sorry,” I say, giving what I hope is a tinkly laugh.
From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali
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