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as in to talk
to give information (as to the authorities) about another's improper or unlawful activities
once he saw the kind of jail time he was facing, the suspect was singing loud and clear to the police
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as in jam session
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Recent Examples of sing
Katelyn Hutchison, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
Usher is set to sing, and DJ Cassidy will perform a set.
—Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 28 June 2025
Adam Hunger/Getty Images Also read: NFL Analyst Utters Bold Take on NY Giants Rookie Jaxson Dart
Since joining the Giants, countless people have sung Dart's praises.
—Kevin McCormick, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 June 2025
Simon sang an array of her hits from the Gusman stage.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 27 June 2025
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Noun
On Instagram, Kipchoge sang many praises for Kipyegon and her willingness to dream big.
—Katelyn Hutchison, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
Usher is set to sing, and DJ Cassidy will perform a set.
—Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 28 June 2025
Adam Hunger/Getty Images Also read: NFL Analyst Utters Bold Take on NY Giants Rookie Jaxson Dart
Since joining the Giants, countless people have sung Dart's praises.
—Kevin McCormick, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 June 2025
Simon sang an array of her hits from the Gusman stage.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sing
Verb
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Similar to Wednesday’s match in the same stadium against Manchester City, the Wydad supporters chanted loudly, banged their drums, and even threw a few flares onto the field, not far from goalkeeper Benabid (see below) following Lorch’s goal in the 25th minute.—
Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
22 June 2025
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The world’s largest state sponsor of terrorism, which chants ‘Death to America,’ simply could not be allowed the opportunity to obtain and use nuclear weapons.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
21 June 2025
Verb
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With screaming, crying, and crash outs abound, Madix’s high pony mirrored her demeanor: commanding, polished, and captivating.—
Devon Abelman,
Allure,
23 June 2025
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When the curtain is lifted, Matthew is crying, and Andreas is beaming.—
Han Ong,
New Yorker,
22 June 2025
Verb
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Here to talk more about this is Tax Notes investigations editor Lauren Loricchio.—
Tax Notes Staff,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Through it all, Thune kept talking to Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, a moderate Mainer who blanched at the bill’s Medicaid cuts.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
1 July 2025
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After a jam session, Ralphs left Mott the Hoople and formed Bad Company with Rodgers, Kirke and King Crimson bassist/vocalist Boz Burrell.—
Marina Watts,
People.com,
23 June 2025
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At dawn, drummers and musicians gather on the steps of the amphitheatre and greet the earliest sunrise of the year with a grassroots jam session.—
Corey Buhay,
Outside Online,
19 June 2025
Verb
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Melton has vocalized his support since about August 2024, when it was first announced that Gary Works would receive about $300 million, if the deal is approved.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
18 June 2025
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In days following public demonstrations and protests, several Mexican American artists have vocalized their support of the immigrant communities including big acts like Ivan Cornejo, Becky G, and Chiquis.—
Andrea Flores,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2025
Verb
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There is no need to inform domains about their sluggish new competition.—
Michael Gargiulo,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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However, not all states have the same laws, so in most joint legal custody arrangements, both parents must be informed of and agree to major medical and mental health decisions.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
23 June 2025
Noun
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The church annually has a songfest following Dec. 25, which actually begins the Christmas season, but this one will honor the Rev. Wally Hyclak, who is retiring Jan. 1.—
cleveland,
cleveland,
13 Dec. 2019
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The songfest began with the women introducing themselves by singing out their names.—
Dennis Hohenberger,
Courant Community,
29 May 2018
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Amanda Edwards/WireImage Unlike luxury fashion or high-end accessories, where scarcity is often a deliberate strategy to generate buzz, products like jam and wine fall into the realm of everyday indulgences.—
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 June 2025
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Will Warren escaped a jam, however, and Winans never entered the game.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
27 June 2025
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“Sing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sing. Accessed 7 Jul. 2025.
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