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'chain' in a sentence

Learn how to use 'chain' with 17 example sentences.


chain noun

: a series of things depending on each other as if linked together

: (chemistry) a series of linked atoms (generally in an organic molecule)

: a series of (usually metal) rings or links fitted into one another to make a flexible ligament

: (business) a number of similar establishments (stores or restaurants or banks or hotels or theaters) under one ownership

: anything that acts as a restraint

: a unit of length

: a series of hills or mountains

: a linked or connected series of objects

: a necklace made by stringing objects together

chain verb

: connect or arrange into a chain by linking

: fasten or secure with chains


  • A mountain chain protects the valley from the northern winds.
  • A chain is no stronger than its weakest link.
  • Human beings are at the top of the food chain.
  • I don't have chains for my car.
  • It started a chain reaction.
  • They chained themselves to trees.
  • I want to chain myself to that tree.
  • Do you know how to use this kind of chain saw?
  • I'm a chain smoker.
  • The boat is attached to the anchor by a chain.
  • The dog was chained to the post.
  • There was a chain-reaction crash during rush hour.
  • I don't think this chain will stand the strain.
  • A totally ordered set is often called a "chain".
  • The prisoner is in chains.
  • I was chained to the desk all day.
  • The military has a very strict chain of command.
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