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intonated

verb

past tense of intonate

as in chanted

to utter in musical or drawn out tones the priest then proceeded to intonate the prayer's familiar opening words

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Recent Examples of intonated Performing in front of dumpsters, Platt first intonated his voice in an operatic fashion. — Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 17 June 2026

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When Hearn emerged from the courthouse without his phone, his supporters chanted and cheered.

— Matt Viser, The Atlantic, 20 July 2026
In the funny clip reposted on X, the Knicks chanted in excitement as champagne was sprayed around the Larry O’Brien championship trophy.

— Paloma Chavez, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026

Definition of chanted

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With louche tailoring and cool confidence, there is undoubtedly a sang-froid air about Armani that seems to transcend time and place.

— Brett F. Braley-Palko, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
America's Got Talent contestant Avalon Penrose, who introduced herself as someone who sang opera in her childhood, brought chaos — and fun — to the stage.

— Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 6 Aug. 2025

Definition of sang

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This question, intoned in Khoekhoegowab by an unseen witness, opens the debut feature from South African cinematographer Meekaaeel Adam, and sets the scene for what’s to come.

— Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 15 July 2026
The family formed a circle, joined hands and bowed their heads as Joseph intoned a prayer for his son’s safety.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 16 June 2026

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