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as in harmony
peaceful coexistence
firmly believes that science and religion can keep chime with one another
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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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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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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
Carole Dixon, Travel + Leisure, 28 Jan. 2026
The louder speaker pairs with a new chime sound.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 26 Jan. 2026
Fiona Ward, Glamour, 31 Dec. 2025
London As Big Ben chimed midnight, London celebrated 2026 with fireworks over the River Thames.
—Emily Shapiro, ABC News, 31 Dec. 2025
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Noun
Accessibility and Sustainability Guest rooms are all in compliance with ADA, with many offering accessible clearance for wheelchairs and audible chimes for the hearing impaired.
—Carole Dixon, Travel + Leisure, 28 Jan. 2026
The louder speaker pairs with a new chime sound.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 26 Jan. 2026
Verb
The tradition involves eating a grape on every clock gong before midnight—so yes, that means eating one grape every second when the clock starts chiming.
—Fiona Ward, Glamour, 31 Dec. 2025
London As Big Ben chimed midnight, London celebrated 2026 with fireworks over the River Thames.
—Emily Shapiro, ABC News, 31 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chime
Noun
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The sound of children playing has given way to the rattle of helium balloons clinging to the memorial for 11-year-old QueenEr’Re Reed.—
Cameron Knight,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Mar. 2026
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If your current carry-on rattles, tips, or barely survives a weekend away, consider this your sign.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The name signifies wellbeing and incorporates the belief that living a good life depends on the alignment of mind, body, and soul in harmony with nature.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
5 Mar. 2026
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No matter what happens, good feelings and harmony with others will create a feeling of pulling together to get things done.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The annual march, which winds 3 miles through the city’s picturesque historic district, draws tens of thousands of revelers and blends the best parts of a family reunion and football tailgate.—
Adam Van Brimmer,
AJC.com,
10 Mar. 2026
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Spring 2026 is leaning into maintenance color trends, from rooty blondes to ‘quiet silver’ gray-blending techniques.—
Grace McCarty,
Glamour,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Grandstands packed with spectators ring the closing holes.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 Mar. 2026
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Before and during the moment those shots ring out, Martinez's vehicle appears to be moving very slowly, if at all, and the brake lights can be seen.—
Camilo Montoya-Galvez,
CBS News,
7 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Still, skipping the opportunity to repeat as world champ might provide a nice break for Liu, who has grown weary of the intense attention she’s drawn since winning gold at the Milan Cortina Games.—
Mercury News staff,
Mercury News,
7 Mar. 2026
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The first step calls for identifying lessons to learn from a specific mistake or failure, to avoid repeating it in the future.—
Tom Huddleston Jr.,
CNBC,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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German biathlete Justus Strelow watched his bronze clatter to the floor mid-victory-dance on live television.—
Eric Sullivan,
Scientific American,
21 Feb. 2026
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Even the ordinary clatter of life seems to fall into rhythm with something sacred.—
Zeyneb Sayilgan,
Washington Post,
17 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The minister said India wants to ensure peace in the region through dialogue and diplomacy, reiterating Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s comment made last week.—
Swati Gupta,
Bloomberg,
9 Mar. 2026
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March 21 – April 19 Day-to-day choices pack surprising potential for peace.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Futures on China’s 30-year and 10-year bonds dropped the most since late December on Monday, while corresponding cash yields climbed.—
Bloomberg News,
Bloomberg,
9 Mar. 2026
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Just like with trees, it was thought that each ring corresponded to a single year of age.—
Regina G. Barber,
NPR,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Chime.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chime. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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