dings

present tense third-person singular of ding

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for dings
Verb
  • The Lakers, like the Celtics, are tenants in their arena, which dents their ability to drive revenue from concerts and other events.
    Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 16 Oct. 2025
  • The result not only dents the appeal of Liverpool assets but also thrusts Palace into the spotlight for FPL managers.
    Abdul Rehman, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • As if that isn’t enough, Isa’s plunks a tamarind-coated straw and a gummy snack on top.
    Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Played by Nick Cannon, Devon joins the marching band at Atlanta A&T University, where his confidence quickly clashes with his section leader’s discipline.
    Okla Jones, Essence, 16 Oct. 2025
  • Your friends may not agree with your approach as the moon clashes with Mercury.
    USA TODAY, USA Today, 15 Oct. 2025
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“Dings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dings. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

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