chimes in

present tense third-person singular of chime in
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as in interrupts
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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Recent Examples of chimes in But Ellen chimes in that that’s impossible. Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 12 Sep. 2025 The Still Johnson design duo also chimes in on avoiding coordinating sets of furniture in a dining room. Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chimes in
Verb
  • This interrupts automatic defensiveness and signals self-possession.
    Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
  • But Cherry interrupts their twosome and a brawl ensues.
    Erin Jensen, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Starring Kaitlin Olson as Morgan Gillory, a single mother whose genius-level IQ lands her a consulting role with the LAPD, the series blends sharp humor with high-stakes investigations.
    Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Her reliance on mentors helped shape her approach to leadership, which blends accountability, fun, and genuine compassion.
    Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • This timing generally corresponds to about 4 weeks before the first killing frost date, if frost is common in your area.
    Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2025
  • The entity lists an address that corresponds to a San Francisco office of the Jordan Park Group, a financial investment company.
    Sara B. Hansen, Denver Post, 13 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Children may also develop a small head size, which correlates to neurological and psychological issues later in life, according to DeRoo.
    Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 15 Sep. 2025
  • Based on historical trends, the size of a surprise cut correlates directly with the rally potential.
    Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025

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“Chimes in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chimes%20in. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.

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