sing-song

Example Sentences

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“Company,” a reggae tune with a guest appearance from Jamaican dancehall vocalist Buju Banton, gives Ms. Lennox an opportunity to try on a sing-song melodic guise and it suits her.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 27, 2026

He was renowned for his good looks and sing-song southern accent, as well as a passing resemblance to the late actor and showman Yves Montand.

From BBC • Jan. 17, 2026

I had a specific rhythm in mind, and the directness of Katie’s words was followed by something a bit sing-song.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 4, 2024

Asked to produce the records, the 78-year-old reportedly responded “mockingly, repeating the request in a sing-song voice.”

From Salon • Aug. 10, 2024

“I remember one time we ran out of meat—” His voice dropped to a curious low sing-song, dropped into a tonal groove the story had worn for itself.

From "The Red Pony" by John Steinbeck