chain
Meaning
To chain means to connect or link things together in a series or sequence, often implying a sense of restriction or control.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "chain" with "chaining," which refers specifically to the act of linking multiple items or actions.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
I
walked
to
the
small
shop
and
realized
my
bicycle
had
a
flat
tire
,
so
I
decided
to
leave
it
and
chain
it
to
the
metal
rail
.
The
shopkeeper
smiled
and
offered
some
tape
while
I
checked
my
phone
for
a
repair
shop
nearby
.
I
felt
a
little
annoyed
but
I
knew
this
was
the
safest
option
until
I
could
fix
the
wheel
.
Later
,
when
the
rain
began
,
I
stayed
inside
and
watched
people
pass
by
,
grateful
that
my
bike
was
secure
.
Common Phrases
chain together
chain reaction
chain of events
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