1
as in loud
marked by a high volume of sound
an angry, ringing denial of the charges
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2
as in round
marked by conspicuously full and rich sounds or tones
sings in a ringing baritone that can be heard throughout the hall
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as in unmistakable
not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation
whereas other candidates hedged on that hot-button issue, he delivered a ringing endorsement of the pro-choice position
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as in surrounding
to form a circle around
tall cypress trees ringing the park
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2
as in circling
to travel completely around
the line of season ticket buyers ringed the block
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as in chiming
to make the clear sound heard when metal vibrates
I didn't hear the doorbell ring
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Recent Examples of ringing
Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 7 Aug. 2024
Frey’s slow strumming and ringing, open chords add a country feel to what is, at its essence, an R&B waltz, and Meisner’s walking bass line summons a bluegrass feel.
—Rob Tannenbaum, Los Angeles Times, 28 July 2023
About 75 firefighters responded to the incident, and were still trying to douse the flames as of 11 p.m. Battalion Chief Robert Rezende told OnScene TV that the call initially came in as a ringing alarm.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Feb. 2022
The next year, President Kennedy made a resonant decision: to boldly go, as the Star Trek prologue was to put it in a ringing split infinitive, where no man had gone before.
—Anthony Haden-Guest, Harper's Magazine, 26 Oct. 2021
But a new research paper released by the Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site in Albany, N.Y., offers the most ringing case yet.
—Jennifer Schuessler, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2020
Peel away the veil of doubt, and there could hardly be a more ringing endorsement of an artist whose workings, methods, exuberance and connective spirit knew no bounds.
—Steven Winn, San Francisco Chronicle, 2 Nov. 2017
Dominic Patten, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2024
With a 1-800 number supposedly ringing off the hook, the lawyer has said his Lone Star state office has 100 more alleged Combs victims on the verge of going public and to the courts.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2024
Wedding bells will soon be ringing for Carly Waddell and Todd Allen Tressler!
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 17 Oct. 2024
Wedding bells will soon be ringing for Carly Waddell and Todd Allen Tressler!
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 17 Oct. 2024
Los Angeles’ film permitting office is ringing the alarm about low production levels after shooting in the region saw another decline.
—Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Oct. 2024
Voters will go to the polls in less than three weeks, ears ringing with rhetoric from Democrats and Republicans alike about this border and what the migrants who cross it represent for the future of this country.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2024
Los Angeles’ film permitting office is ringing the alarm about low production levels after shooting in the region saw another decline.
—Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Oct. 2024
According to the lawsuit, emergency alerts were ringing on cell phones at the factory throughout their shift that morning, as the National Weather Service issued a flash flood emergency and urged people to move to higher ground.
—Andy Rose, CNN, 16 Oct. 2024
Adjective
His ringing, carefree laugh mixed with soaring rhetoric about democracy, working families and hope.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 7 Aug. 2024
Frey’s slow strumming and ringing, open chords add a country feel to what is, at its essence, an R&B waltz, and Meisner’s walking bass line summons a bluegrass feel.
—Rob Tannenbaum, Los Angeles Times, 28 July 2023
About 75 firefighters responded to the incident, and were still trying to douse the flames as of 11 p.m. Battalion Chief Robert Rezende told OnScene TV that the call initially came in as a ringing alarm.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Feb. 2022
The next year, President Kennedy made a resonant decision: to boldly go, as the Star Trek prologue was to put it in a ringing split infinitive, where no man had gone before.
—Anthony Haden-Guest, Harper's Magazine, 26 Oct. 2021
But a new research paper released by the Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site in Albany, N.Y., offers the most ringing case yet.
—Jennifer Schuessler, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2020
Peel away the veil of doubt, and there could hardly be a more ringing endorsement of an artist whose workings, methods, exuberance and connective spirit knew no bounds.
—Steven Winn, San Francisco Chronicle, 2 Nov. 2017
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With a 1-800 number supposedly ringing off the hook, the lawyer has said his Lone Star state office has 100 more alleged Combs victims on the verge of going public and to the courts.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2024
With a 1-800 number supposedly ringing off the hook, the lawyer has said his Lone Star state office has 100 more alleged Combs victims on the verge of going public and to the courts.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2024
Wedding bells will soon be ringing for Carly Waddell and Todd Allen Tressler!
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 17 Oct. 2024
Wedding bells will soon be ringing for Carly Waddell and Todd Allen Tressler!
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 17 Oct. 2024
Los Angeles’ film permitting office is ringing the alarm about low production levels after shooting in the region saw another decline.
—Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Oct. 2024
Voters will go to the polls in less than three weeks, ears ringing with rhetoric from Democrats and Republicans alike about this border and what the migrants who cross it represent for the future of this country.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2024
Los Angeles’ film permitting office is ringing the alarm about low production levels after shooting in the region saw another decline.
—Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Oct. 2024
According to the lawsuit, emergency alerts were ringing on cell phones at the factory throughout their shift that morning, as the National Weather Service issued a flash flood emergency and urged people to move to higher ground.
—Andy Rose, CNN, 16 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ringing
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This occurs when an object vibrates after being hit by sound waves at a higher amplitude, like when a drummer hits a drum and the instrument and air vibrate to create a loud sound.Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 22 Nov. 2024
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In fact, my shouting is really just comfortably loud enough to fill the room, and not more.Jay Sullivan, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Along with their distinctive, large black eye patches, giant pandas have short limbs and round bodies.Allison Futterman, Discover Magazine, 6 Nov. 2024
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In the grand tradition of Pink Floyd, a round screen hovered above the stage for film reels and closeups of musicians.Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2024
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Today’s in-store experience will often include elaborate displays, holiday scents wafting through the air, and the unmistakable sound of Christmas carols.Kate Hardcastle, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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The Colonial-style home, listed by Marjorie Galen of Sotheby’s International Realty, is painted an unmistakable bright yellow hue—as expected by its name—as an homage to the original Yellow Barn.Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2024
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Zoom out: While these protests may be vociferous, there's an equally deafening volume of grievances the SEC sees.Hope King, Axios, 28 Oct. 2024
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McBride’s defense turned into offense that later induced more deafening pops from The Garden crowd.Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 23 Apr. 2024
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Deloitte's study underscores the importance of emotionally resonant storytelling in building customer loyalty.Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 19 Nov. 2024
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Somebody Somewhere has a history of turning musical performances into emotionally resonant scenes.Jen Chaney, Vulture, 3 Nov. 2024
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Sometimes the signs of emotional abuse are not immediately apparent, but the Hotline has a comprehensive section that provides more information, examples and options for determining next steps.R. Eric Thomas, The Denver Post, 16 Nov. 2024
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Finally, the animals in zoos are watched closely, so symptoms of illness become apparent quickly.Jen McCaffery, Discover Magazine, 14 Nov. 2024
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Tinnitus is when someone hears ringing in the ears—or a buzzing or roaring sound.Carley Millhone, Health, 20 Oct. 2024
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On her first day of filming, Ronan was thrown into a lively quickstep number in a roaring dance hall.Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY, 3 Oct. 2024
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Havana Cabana at Key West (Key West, FL) leans into its namesake by blending Cuba's vibrant art and culture with chic, tropical design elements throughout its 106 guest rooms.Michael Goldstein, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Using the sound of Waterford’s luxury crystal clinking blended in her style with vibrant rhythms, Alissia has created an exclusive song composition.Alexandra Pastore, WWD, 20 Nov. 2024
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“Ringing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ringing. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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