ring true

idiom

: to sound true
Her explanation didn't ring true.

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That’s a bit of a nostalgic and whimsical reference, but indeed there are some elements that ring true. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 1 May 2025 That may prove to be a perfect opportunity if Couples' sentiments ring true. Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 4 Mar. 2025 But her best songs ring true very well on their own. George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2025 Watching Arsenal in those days with admiration was Henry’s old World Cup-winning manager, Aime Jacquet, and his observations ring true about the qualities needed today. Amy Lawrence, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for ring true

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“Ring true.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ring%20true. Accessed 16 May. 2025.

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