Start of a pirate chant

Answer:

YO-HO

Hint:

Not available

Explanation:

This clue plays on the famous pirate chant "Yo-ho-ho and a bottle of rum," which pops up in books, movies, and sea shanties. The answer is just the first two syllables—"YO-HO"—since the clue asks for the start of the chant. It’s a straightforward reference to pirate culture, where "yo-ho" is the classic opening to a rowdy sailing tune.

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