Words that rhyme with expire

Expire is a 2-syllable word with 53 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are acquire, admire, afire. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of expire

verb
  1. lose validity; "My passports expired last month"
  2. pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life; "She died from cancer"; "The children perished in the fire"; "The patient went peacefully"; "The old guy kicked the bucket at the age of 102"
  3. expel air; "Exhale when you lift the weight"

Examples of "expire" in lyrics

See how expire is used at the end of a line in songs:

  • "This is an empire that will make your life expire"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Crunch Lo, Lace — Exclusive Darts
  • "Characters get assassinated by Sire, industry date expire"
    9th Prince f/ Tash Mahogany — Bottomline
  • "before we expire"
    Algorithm — Escalator

What do these rhymes mean?

acquire
come into the possession of something concrete or abstract; "She got a lot of paintings from her uncle
admire
feel admiration for look at with admiration
afire
lighted up by or as by fire or flame; "forests set ablaze (or afire) by lightning"; "even the car's tires were aflame
aspire
have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal
attire
clothing of a distinctive style or for a particular occasion; "formal attire

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

When using "expire" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like acquire, admire, afire create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.

Since "expire" has 2 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.

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