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Idiom of the day

Chime in

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Meaning: This idiom means to join in a conversation, often by adding a comment or opinion, usually in a helpful or supportive way.

Usage in Example Sentences:

  1. “Feel free to chime in if you have any suggestions during the meeting.”
  2. “She chimed in with her thoughts on the topic during the discussion.”
  3. “We were talking about the new project when he chimed in with a great idea.”

Origin: The idiom “chime in” originates from the literal chiming of bells, which add sound to a melody or a sequence. Just as bells add harmony or rhythm to a song, a person who “chimes in” adds their voice or opinion to a conversation. It has been used in this figurative sense since the 19th century.

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Idiom of the day

Two Cents

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Meaning: This idiom is used to express someone’s personal opinion or thoughts, often in a modest or humble way, as if acknowledging that their input may not be of great value but they still wish to share it.

Usage in Example Sentences:

  1. “I know it’s not my decision, but here’s my two cents on the matter.”
  2. “If I can add my two cents, I think we should reconsider the budget.”
  3. “He always offers his two cents, even when nobody asks for it.”

Origin: The phrase “my two cents” originates from the older British expression “two pennies’ worth,” which was also used to refer to one’s opinion. The “two cents” version became popular in the United States in the 19th century. It likely reflects the small monetary value of a mere two cents, implying the speaker’s modesty about the worth of their opinion.

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