tinkly

Example Sentences

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The wide tonal variation continues with “Don’t Let Go,” a gorgeous midtempo weeper with pedal-steel guitar, tinkly piano and mournful fiddle.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

“Let’s work together to keep your account safe and protect you from fraud,” a recorded voice said, over a tinkly melody that sounded like a xylophone.

From New York Times • Dec. 9, 2023

Succession’s barely even got past the plonky part into the tinkly bit before winners began to speak.

From Slate • Sep. 21, 2020

He’s got sax and trumpets, tinkly keyboards and great guitar work.

From Washington Times • Jan. 11, 2018

“Hi, ladies, how are you? Is there anything I can help you with?” she asked in a tinkly, singsong voice.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie