intoned

Example Sentences

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"It's going to be he and I going to November," Bianco intoned at a recent televised debate, nodding towards Hilton.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

Carney’s affectionate salute to the local hero had one line that tickled the crowd — “As Uncle Buck said,” the PM intoned with tongue-in-cheek gravitas — and pointed political jabs that got people clapping.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 8, 2025

“Before we start the show, I want to let you know something that I found out just last night,” intoned the veteran comedian.

From Slate • Jul. 18, 2025

When asked about immigration, she consistently intoned: “Our immigration system is broken.”

From Salon • Mar. 11, 2025

“I give myself to San Marco de Le6n,” Patria intoned, repeating the prayer for desperate situations.

From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez