chip in
phrasal verb·1 sense·particle in
Meanings
Contribute money or effort to a shared cause
Why “in”? You step inside the circle. To be in is to belong or take part.
“Everyone chipped in for the gift.”
“Neighbours chipped in to repair the fence.”
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Chip in means contribute money or effort to a shared cause. Chip off means break a small piece from something.
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chip off
A contrast learners often mix up
Break a small piece from something
blend in
Same in pattern: inclusion
Look or behave like the people around you
bring in
Same in pattern: inclusion
Introduce someone or something into a discussion or organisation; Earn money for a person or business; Introduce a new law, system or rule; Deliver a verdict in a court
chime in
Same in pattern: inclusion
Add a comment to a conversation
come in
Same in pattern: inclusion
Enter a room or building; Arrive at a destination; Become available, fashionable or in season; Have a useful function or role; (of money or income) be received; Finish a race in a particular position
count in
Same in pattern: inclusion
Include as a participant
cut in
Same in pattern: inclusion
Interrupt a conversation suddenly
dabble in
Same in pattern: inclusion
Take part in an activity in a casual or non-serious way
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