chime 1 of 2

noun

Definition of chimenext
1
as in rattle
usually chimes plural a series of short high ringing sounds the welcoming chimes on our doorbell

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2
as in harmony
peaceful coexistence firmly believes that science and religion can keep chime with one another

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chime

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verb

1
as in to blend
to form a pleasing relationship the restaurant's manor-house decor chimes perfectly with the chef's traditionalist take on haute cuisine

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2
as in to ring
to make the clear sound heard when metal vibrates the doorbell chimed just as we were sitting down to eat

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3
as in to repeat
to say or state again TV commercial that chimes the same message over and over

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Recent Examples of chime
Noun
Attendees will immerse themselves in the vibrations of various instruments like singing bowls, chimes and drums, which are crafted to promote deep relaxation and inner harmony, according to the library’s website. — Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 28 Jan. 2025 The Wizards’ game-operations staff ultimately declined to play any doorbell chimes during the Pelicans’ free throws. — Josh Robbins, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
Verb
However, Rachael’s younger sister Trinity Kirkconnell chimed into Gabby’s comments to shed some light on the timeline. — Toria Sheffield, People.com, 18 Jan. 2025 Oldenburg’s gloopy piles of toast would seem to be in direct opposition to Lever House’s midcentury polish, but his concerns chime here in slyly seditious ways. — Max Lakin, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for chime
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chime
  1. rattle
  2. harmony
  3. blend
  4. ring
  5. repeat
  6. clatter
  7. peace
  8. correspond
Noun
  • Other residents in New Hampshire and Rhode Island also reported the rattle.
    — Stephen Sorace, Fox News, 27 Jan. 2025
  • The collar’s microphone and sensors can detect rattlesnakes by listening for the sound of a rattle, or detect if a pet goes missing or is kidnapped.
    — Boone Ashworth, WIRED, 15 Oct. 2024
Definition of rattle
Noun
  • The full moon phase is a symbol of culmination and completion, and in this particular case, around themes of fairness, compromise and emotional harmony.
    — Valerie Mesa, People.com, 20 Mar. 2025
  • Very well made with notable harmony, enjoy this with roast chicken, duck, and seafood such as tuna or salmon (just like Pinot Noir) over the next 3-5 years.
    — Tom Hyland, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
Definition of harmony
Verb
  • While nothing exactly matches, all of the colors, patterns, and textures blend together seamlessly to tell a unique design story.
    — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Mar. 2025
  • Since its debut, the game has blended exploration, social interaction, and creativity in a way that feels adaptable across different age groups.
    — Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Definition of blend
Verb
  • That alone should set the alarm bells ringing as PayPal would obviously not be sending you a critical security notification using a throwaway Gmail address.
    — Davey Winder, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
  • And for one night a week, with the ship bathed in red, that sentiment rings truer than ever.
    — Josh Rivera, USA TODAY, 9 Mar. 2025
Definition of ring
Verb
  • The sea of ardent fans answered his call to repeat his tagline, too.
    — Mankaprr Conteh, Rolling Stone, 15 Mar. 2025
  • With the exception of Waddingham, the show repeated these wins the following year for its second season as well.
    — Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of repeat
Noun
  • You're seated up high, deafened by the clatter and bangs from the empty, boxy body, which, again, is exactly like that built on a traditional truck.
    — Tim Stevens, Ars Technica, 22 Feb. 2025
  • The familiar clatter of the mahjong tiles being slammed against the table is drowned out by the sounds played by the DJ traveling through the warehouse.
    — Claire Turrell, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 Feb. 2025
Definition of clatter
Noun
  • Zelenskyy, however, remains skeptical that Putin is ready for peace as Russian forces continue to pound Ukraine.
    — arkansasonline.com, arkansasonline.com, 19 Mar. 2025
  • Interestingly, the White House's readout of the call did not include Putin's key condition for peace.
    — Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 19 Mar. 2025
Definition of peace
Verb
  • Hallucinations occur when your sensory perception does not correspond to external stimuli.
    — Anna Choi, The Conversation, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Note: Most subscribers have some, but not all, of the puzzles that correspond to the following set of solutions for their local newspaper.
    — USA TODAY, USA TODAY, 20 Mar. 2025
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