resounding

adjective

re·sound·ing | \ri-ˈzau̇n-diŋ also -ˈsau̇n-

Definition of resounding

1 : producing or characterized by resonant sound : resonating

2a : impressively sonorous

b : emphatic, unequivocal a resounding success

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Examples of resounding in a Sentence

The class answered with a resounding no. the resounding hubbub of the streets of New York City

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This was demonstrated beyond any reasonable doubt by the resounding defeat in June of two GOP bills endorsed by the House leadership and the president. — Ed Kilgore, Daily Intelligencer, "House Democrats Refuse to Take Bait on ‘Abolish ICE’ Vote Arranged by GOP," 13 July 2018 After a resounding defeat, James IV of Majorca died of his chronic illness in Aragon. — Anne Thériault, Longreads, "Queens of Infamy: Joanna of Naples," 3 July 2018 Latest Stories Andrés Manuel López Obrador's victory would be a resounding defeat for outgoing President Enrique Peña Nieto. — NBC News, "Ruling party candidate concedes defeat to leftist López Obrador in Mexican presidential vote," 2 July 2018 French far-right leader Marine Le Pen proposed renaming the National Front party co-founded by her father 46 years ago to National Rally, opening a new era after her resounding defeat in last year's presidential race. — Elaine Ganley And Chris Den Hond, chicagotribune.com, "Marine Le Pen wants French far-right party renamed National Rally," 11 Mar. 2018 When O'Rourke finally took to the stage Friday night, the crowd of thousands gave him a resounding standing ovation. — Anna M. Tinsley, star-telegram, "U.S. Rep. Beto O’Rourke says he’s ready to fight for all Texans — even Republicans," 22 June 2018 The match finished with a resounding 7-5 loss, unfortunately in favour of the Austrian's - but the Swiss stars at least went out by providing entertainment galore for the home fans. — SI.com, "World Cup Preview: Brazil vs Switzerland - Recent Form, Team News, Predictions & More," 16 June 2018 At this summer’s tournament, which has been a resounding success, Kaliningrad and Ekaterinburg were separated by 1,893 miles and a continental dividing line. — Martin Rogers, USA TODAY, "Qatar is the World Cup every fan should attend," 13 July 2018 The West Boynton Little League 8-9-10 All-Stars made a resounding statement in the Florida Section 2 championship game and head to Bradenton for the state tournament with super momentum. — Alex Kushel, Sun-Sentinel.com, "West Boynton Little League's youngest all-stars surge into state tournament," 10 July 2018

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