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25+ Words that rhyme with rethinking

Rethinking is a 3-syllable word with 25 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are blinking, sinking, winking. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

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Examples of "rethinking" in lyrics

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

  • "Sunanda Pushkar backs Modi on Article 370, says it needs rethinking"
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What do these rhymes mean?

blinking
closing the eyes intermittently and rapidly; "he stood blinking in the bright sunlight" informal intensifiers
shrinking
process or result of becoming less or smaller
sinking
a descent as through liquid (especially through water)
stinking
very bad; "a lousy play"; "it's a stinking world" offensively malodorous; "a foul odor
winking
closing the eyes intermittently and rapidly

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "rethinking" has 3 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with rethinking?
Words that rhyme with rethinking include: blinking, sinking, winking, stinking, shrinking, unthinking, saying, banking, hanging, clinking, and 15 more.
How many syllables does rethinking have?
Rethinking has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with rethinking?
There are 25 words that rhyme with rethinking: 25 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for rethinking in a song?
The strongest rhymes for rethinking in songwriting are blinking, sinking, winking. 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 rethinking?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with rethinking include blinking, sinking, winking, stinking, shrinking. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: saying; 1-syllable: blinking, sinking; 2-syllable: unthinking, unblinking. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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