chime in

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as in to interrupt
to cause a disruption in a conversation or discussion "I don't like that show at all," my friend chimed in

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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of chime in Plenty of critics have chimed in as well, warning in graphic terms of the injuries that could occur during severe turbulence. Karla Cripps, CNN, 12 Feb. 2025 His co-star Donnell Turner chimed in that Mathison continues to exhibit strength through the tough times. Rachel Raposas, People.com, 5 Feb. 2025 That led Phil Lyman, a Republican and gubernatorial candidate in faraway Utah, to chime in with an attack on Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, who also, yes, happens to be Black. Clarence Page, Chicago Tribune, 2 Feb. 2025 Another user chimed in, agreeing with that assessment. Ashley J. Dimella Fox News, Fox News, 28 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for chime in 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chime in
Verb
  • This time, however, Kelsey and Matt's big night was not only interrupted by Domingo, but also by his brothers, Ronaldo and Santiago (Pedro Pascal and Bad Bunny).
    Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 17 Feb. 2025
  • This comes on top of a funding freeze also ordered by the administration that has interrupted work designed to clear national forests of vegetation that can feed wildfires.
    Christopher Flavelle, New York Times, 15 Feb. 2025
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  • Guridi’s tender and funny artwork adeptly captures the heart of the tale, blending lively, loose line drawings with just the right touch of color and texture.
    Barney Saltzberg, New York Times, 14 Feb. 2025
  • Sephora is its the biggest wholesale deal so far: The beauty retailer carries some exclusive scents, including Carnivale, a fragrance that sells for $102 and blends together juicy mango, sandalwood and creamy vanilla.
    Melissa Repko, CNBC, 14 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • The healthcare provider makes a small cut in the abdomen, passes the laparoscope through, and examines the contents of the abdomen and pelvis using the attached camera.
    Joy Emeh, Health, 15 Feb. 2025
  • In a preemptive move to avoid a trade war like the ones with Canada, Mexico and China, India is weighing tariff cuts in at least a dozen sectors, from electronics to medical and surgical equipment, and chemicals, according to Reuters.
    Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy, USA TODAY, 14 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • Kenner police said the complaints will be referred to the corresponding jurisdictions for further investigation.
    Justin Gest, Newsweek, 10 Feb. 2025
  • The prediction of a mild winter has not corresponded with the weather so far.
    Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • Overall, the study found that increases in average temperature, winter temperature and living density, alongside decreases in vegetation and funding for rat control, correlates with faster urban rat expansion.
    Doyle Rice, USA TODAY, 3 Feb. 2025
  • Fluoride's ability to prevent cavities was first identified in Colorado Springs, where naturally high fluoride levels correlated with fewer cavities, although there were signs of discoloration in teeth.
    David Faris, Newsweek, 2 Feb. 2025

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“Chime in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chime%20in. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.

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