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as in chorus
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Recent Examples of chant
Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 22 Aug. 2025
The event will feature evening bell chant, meditation, English Heart Sutra, and more.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2025
Oren Liebermann, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2025
There will almost certainly be robust chanting back and forth between the two sets of fans.
—Nick Miller, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2025
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Verb
This is a guy who’s been in the music industry for nearly 30 years, with 12 Grammys under his belt, and the author of a riff that’s become a stadium chant in sporting events across the world.
—Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 22 Aug. 2025
The event will feature evening bell chant, meditation, English Heart Sutra, and more.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2025
Noun
In one of the most recent videos circulating on social media and geolocated by CNN, an armed group of masked men chanted for Hamas’ armed wing – Al Qassam Brigades – while carrying automatic weapons.
—Oren Liebermann, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2025
There will almost certainly be robust chanting back and forth between the two sets of fans.
—Nick Miller, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chant
Verb
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Since the summer of unrest over the death of George Floyd, the NFL has allowed teams to have performers sing the song, known as the Black national anthem.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Elvis sings and tells his story like never before.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Andy’s part of the chorus is the best example, on the pedal.—
Julyssa Lopez,
Rolling Stone,
2 Sep. 2025
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Belgium announced its intention to recognize a Palestinian state on Tuesday, joining a chorus of Western nations that have released similar statements as of late.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Very tricky, because this was a lullaby version of the song, rather than the original one (which opens with a piano sequence).—
Kris Holt,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Melanie's artistry from Greenwich Village to Woodstock to lullabies For Melanie, creativity occupied the broadest and most all-encompassing spectrum.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
The Tennessean,
21 Aug. 2025
Noun
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When the cake arrived, complete with sparklers and a staff serenade, Lina stood up and pointed her camera directly at the birthday girl.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Aug. 2025
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See Coldplay serenade couple during unforgettable proposal.—
Jane Onyanga-Omara,
USA Today,
27 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Kahan, known for his raw anthems, offers more insight into the inner workings of his heart in his lyrics than in public comments.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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From crunk anthems to clean eating and calm vibes, Lil Jon continues to redefine himself.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Latin polyphony and motets are being sung at the Offertory and during the distribution of Holy Communion.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 June 2025
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The service and concert will take place at 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 5, at the church, 815 S. Washington St. Castle Singers are vocalists who perform a variety of chamber repertoire, varying from Renaissance madrigals and motets to contemporary pop and vocal jazz.—
Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Mar. 2025
Noun
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She’s best known for her enthusiastic and approachable ditties on key subjects, like potty training.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
5 Sep. 2025
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From the outset, Blood Orange conjured up sober images of everyday life via optimistic ditties that underscore freedom and empowerment.—
Will Dukes,
Rolling Stone,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The strands boast a medley of maple leaves, pumpkins, and pinecones in earthy hues that add a pop of color to a mantel without looking over the top.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Sep. 2025
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Swift’s zigs and zags were well timed for cultural and technological shifts that were dissolving the very meaning of pop.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Chant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chant. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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