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164+ Words that rhyme with pry

Pry is a 1-syllable word with 164 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are ai, by, buy. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

Definition of pry

noun
  1. a heavy iron lever with one end forged into a wedge
verb
  1. to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open; "The burglar jimmied the lock": "Raccoons managed to pry the lid off the garbage pail"
  2. be nosey; "Don't pry into my personal matters!"

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Examples of "pry" in lyrics

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

  • "Snatch they souls, ride them on they pry"
    Ms. Jade f/ Timbaland — Stick Up Girl
  • "So far from home into my deeds to pry,"
    William Shakespeare — Sonnet LXI

What do these rhymes mean?

ai
an agency of the United States Army responsible for providing timely and relevant and accurate and synchronized
bi
a heavy brittle diamagnetic trivalent metallic element (resembles arsenic and antimony chemically)
buy
an advantageous purchase; "she got a bargain at the auction
by
so as to pass a given point; "every hour a train goes past" in reserve; not for immediate use
bye
you advance to the next round in a tournament without playing an opponent

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with pry?
Words that rhyme with pry include: ai, by, buy, bye, bi, i, y, pi, chi, eye, and 154 more.
How many syllables does pry have?
Pry has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with pry?
There are 164 words that rhyme with pry: 164 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for pry in a song?
The strongest rhymes for pry in songwriting are ai, by, buy. These are perfect rhymes that share identical ending sounds, creating a satisfying resolution at line endings. For a more subtle effect, try slant rhymes — they add variety without the predictability of exact rhymes.
What are easy words that rhyme with pry?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with pry include ai, by, buy, bye, bi. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: ai, by; 1-syllable: ally, awry; 2-syllable: hereby, overfly. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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