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as in interrupted
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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as in blended
to form a pleasing relationship
unfortunately, his views on child rearing don't chime in with those of his new wife, who has two children from a previous marriage
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Recent Examples of chimed in
My aunt chimed in, Colombians do not forgive, and your grandmother is the most Colombian of Colombians.
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Adriana E. Ramírez, Literary Hub, 15 Apr. 2026
At the conclusion of McGonigle’s news conference, a voice chimed in from the back of the room with one more question.
—Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026
In the comments, Tay's husband, Taylor Lautner, 34, chimed in and praised his wife for her strength.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 14 Apr. 2026
After creator Sam Levinson chimed in on the Euphoria composer’s exit, Labrinth is setting the record straight once again.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 11 Apr. 2026
Musicians and public figures chimed in.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026
When the pilots confirmed the woman had given birth onboard, another controller chimed in with a fitting suggestion.
—Lorraine Taylor, FOXNews.com, 6 Apr. 2026
On Monday afternoon, Wireless Festival promoter Festival Republic’s managing director, Melvin Benn, chimed in with a statement in support of West.
—Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 6 Apr. 2026
Ripa asked Michael Gelman, a longtime Live producer, who chimed in with a loving memory of his own.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Apr. 2026
Adriana E. Ramírez, Literary Hub, 15 Apr. 2026
At the conclusion of McGonigle’s news conference, a voice chimed in from the back of the room with one more question.
—Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026
In the comments, Tay's husband, Taylor Lautner, 34, chimed in and praised his wife for her strength.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 14 Apr. 2026
After creator Sam Levinson chimed in on the Euphoria composer’s exit, Labrinth is setting the record straight once again.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 11 Apr. 2026
Musicians and public figures chimed in.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026
When the pilots confirmed the woman had given birth onboard, another controller chimed in with a fitting suggestion.
—Lorraine Taylor, FOXNews.com, 6 Apr. 2026
On Monday afternoon, Wireless Festival promoter Festival Republic’s managing director, Melvin Benn, chimed in with a statement in support of West.
—Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 6 Apr. 2026
Ripa asked Michael Gelman, a longtime Live producer, who chimed in with a loving memory of his own.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chimed in
Verb
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Their heated conversation is interrupted by an ambulance arriving with a pregnant patient experiencing headaches and blurred vision.—
Raven Brunner,
PEOPLE,
17 Apr. 2026
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Don’t let your trip be interrupted by a gnarly sunburn, and come prepared with sunscreen—especially for your face, which will likely get the most exposure.—
Abbey Hudetz,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Apr. 2026
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To plant potatoes, fill the bottom 4 to 6 inches of the container with a quality potting mix blended with compost.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
16 Apr. 2026
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The colors and textures blended together creating a striking rustic appearance.—
Tim Carter,
Hartford Courant,
11 Apr. 2026
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Researchers measured piRNA levels in adults aged 71 and older and found that lower levels of certain piRNAs correlated to longer survival.—
Scott Lafee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Apr. 2026
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The quality of the art supplies in the set is often correlated with price.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
14 Apr. 2026
Verb
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That’s partially why Hickman was inspired to try to find a bee that corresponded with every letter in the alphabet.—
Liz Ohanesian,
Oc Register,
14 Apr. 2026
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That year corresponded with the large-scale introduction of credit cards and with high inflation.—
George Liebmann,
Baltimore Sun,
11 Apr. 2026
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“Chimed in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chimed%20in. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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