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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
Ellen Lecompte, Travel + Leisure, 22 July 2025
The 50-millimeter white gold watches feature complications including a tourbillon and a minute repeater, which allows the time to be sounded by chimes.
—Ming Liu, New York Times, 22 July 2025
Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
Part of the Community Image Amid the sounds of chiming clocks inside and the calls for Muslim prayer outside, Mr. Shakoor and another repairman were minding the Taj shop in the cavernous ground floor of the Ramada Old Town building, adjacent to Souk Waqif, on a recent evening.
—David Belcher, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2025
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Noun
When leaving the store, be sure to head across the street right before the hour to watch the clock chime—Mr. Fortnum pops out to bow to Mr. Mason.
For Foodies
Although English cuisine is often overlooked, London is a surprisingly robust foodie destination.
—Ellen Lecompte, Travel + Leisure, 22 July 2025
The 50-millimeter white gold watches feature complications including a tourbillon and a minute repeater, which allows the time to be sounded by chimes.
—Ming Liu, New York Times, 22 July 2025
Verb
The Anker Prime Docking Station features dynamic ambient lighting and an aluminum alloy body that chimes with the Mac Mini’s aesthetic.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
Part of the Community Image Amid the sounds of chiming clocks inside and the calls for Muslim prayer outside, Mr. Shakoor and another repairman were minding the Taj shop in the cavernous ground floor of the Ramada Old Town building, adjacent to Souk Waqif, on a recent evening.
—David Belcher, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chime
Noun
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The maraca-like rattle was seen as providential by Puritans: a gift from God warning of the approach of danger.—
Matthew Wills,
JSTOR Daily,
3 Aug. 2025
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In the May 19 press release, the Danish museum said the rattles were mass-produced by professional potters in the ancient city of Hama.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
12 June 2025
Noun
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The harmony and togetherness of the group has been at its highest.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
10 Aug. 2025
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Crafting aesthetic mood boards is made for Libras, who value harmony, balance, and taste.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Aug. 2025
Verb
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They’re designed to improve real-world life by blending the physical and the digital in ways that feel natural.—
Ron Schmelzer,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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For older water stains or for camouflaging other stains, Mock advises following a process that aims to blend the stain with the surrounding area, as lifting the stain entirely isn’t possible without discoloring the leather.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
13 Aug. 2025
Verb
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When ringing the hotline, Hoosiers will be connected with one of three coalition board members: Baiel, Stephen Key or Gerry Lanosga.—
Cate Charron,
IndyStar,
5 Aug. 2025
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An adults-only pool sits adjacent to the lagoon, while the larger family pool is ringed with daybeds and cabanas.—
Lauren Mowery,
Forbes.com,
4 Aug. 2025
Verb
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And for another, the commercial spaceflight company founded by billionaire Elon Musk has struggled this year to repeat the successes of previous Starship test flights.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
19 Aug. 2025
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Defending race champion Sweet Azteca looks to repeat in Sunday’s Grade III Rancho Bernardo, a 6 ½-furlong sprint for older fillies and mares.—
Bill Center,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Changes in noise cancellation levels are now smoother than before as the system filters out any sudden sonic spikes, stopping the music from being drowned out by the clatter of a passing express train or a police car siren.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
17 July 2025
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The murmur of Spanish weaves through the clatter of plates and family get-togethers.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
8 July 2025
Noun
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This journey has been so special full of peace, excitement, and so much grace.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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The bottom line is downright depressing: short of a direct U.S. military intervention that no serious analyst would contemplate, Trump’s toolkit to will a Ukraine peace deal into existence is bare.—
Daniel DePetris,
Time,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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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,
12 Aug. 2025
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Under their de-escalation, Beijing’s corresponding levy on US products stood at 10 percent.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
11 Aug. 2025
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“Chime.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chime. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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