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as in ringing
to continue or be repeated in a series of reflected sound waves
my calls for help echoed off the walls of the abandoned mine shaft
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Recent Examples of echoing
Todd Symons, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2025
Its roots are purely imitative, echoing the sound itself rather than deriving from a concrete Indo-European root.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
The buzzer barely finished echoing when white steam burst from the back of the backboard and purple streamers tumbled from the Chase Center rafters onto the cheering fans below.
—Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 6 Sep. 2025
Tesla emphasized that Musk would receive no salary or cash bonus, with all compensation linked to performance, echoing the structure of his 2018 plan.
—Akash Sriram, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
The survivors’ shout to release files became a roar as they were joined by a bipartisan group of lawmakers and hundreds of demonstrators who gathered around them, waving signs of supporting and echoing the demand for transparency.
—Emily Goodin, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025
The film explores contemporary anxieties, echoing school shootings and societal unrest.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The racket constantly echoing around Earth has real effects on animal health and behavior.
—Brianne Kane, Scientific American, 2 Sep. 2025
Which is why, perhaps, the Irish solidarity for Palestine isn’t really a cry of pain, but an echoing call.
—Philip Metres
august 27, Literary Hub, 27 Aug. 2025
Adjective
In the hours after his death, comments echoing that view and supporting his actions started appearing on social media.
—Todd Symons, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2025
Its roots are purely imitative, echoing the sound itself rather than deriving from a concrete Indo-European root.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
The buzzer barely finished echoing when white steam burst from the back of the backboard and purple streamers tumbled from the Chase Center rafters onto the cheering fans below.
—Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 6 Sep. 2025
Tesla emphasized that Musk would receive no salary or cash bonus, with all compensation linked to performance, echoing the structure of his 2018 plan.
—Akash Sriram, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
The survivors’ shout to release files became a roar as they were joined by a bipartisan group of lawmakers and hundreds of demonstrators who gathered around them, waving signs of supporting and echoing the demand for transparency.
—Emily Goodin, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025
The film explores contemporary anxieties, echoing school shootings and societal unrest.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The racket constantly echoing around Earth has real effects on animal health and behavior.
—Brianne Kane, Scientific American, 2 Sep. 2025
Which is why, perhaps, the Irish solidarity for Palestine isn’t really a cry of pain, but an echoing call.
—Philip Metres
august 27, Literary Hub, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for echoing
Verb
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Alarm bells are ringing on a vital issue of energy and economic security.—
Fatih Birol,
Time,
10 Sep. 2025
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Instead of ringing the doorbell multiple times or crowding the front door while another group of trick-or-treaters is there, be patient and wait for your turn—it'll make the night much more enjoyable for you and everyone else.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Shining a specific light on the samples makes the liquid crystals move in repeating patterns.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Sep. 2025
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The Los Angeles Rams are repeating a costly issue that occurred at the start of the 2024 season.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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In the annals of professional golf, the majors are the sure-fire blockbusters—globally resonant, historically revered, and able to draw the widest audience.—
Mike Dojc,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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The slate comprises 12 projects from the Philippines and eight from neighboring countries, showcasing what organizers describe as bold voices, distinctive genres, and globally resonant stories.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Cherry arrives just in time to hear Isabella crack a joke about her stripper-sounding name.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
10 Sep. 2025
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Simply put, the audio is richer-sounding than regular, standard audio.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Martin said, quoting Francis’ famous line in Spanish about how the church is open to everyone, todos.—
Nicole Winfield,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Sep. 2025
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Wake up, there’s a new Tim Robinson vehicle for your boyfriend to start obsessively quoting.—
Lucy Ford,
Time,
28 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Ditto the auxiliary singers, particularly Greene, who paired a deep, sonorous bass range with enthusiastic dance moves that underlined the across-the-board camaraderie.—
Bob Gendron,
Chicago Tribune,
20 July 2025
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On Pressing Onward, Freedia is creating her own religious experience of sorts — one that marries the powerful peaks and sonorous valleys of gospel with the irrepressible, relentless energy of bounce.—
Joe Lynch,
Billboard,
23 June 2025
Verb
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And with referrals driving the majority of its growth, TSC’s approach is resonating.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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What’s selling Though companies are anxious to start a new season, soft fabrics, recycled cotton and fiber blends are resonating with clients for Fall/Winter 2026-2027.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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If Byrne’s approach recalls that of Colors, Beck’s 2017 pop turn with Greg Kurstin, the touch here is lighter, with the multicultural rhythmic and melodic surprises that always brighten Byrne’s solo work.—
Will Hermes,
Rolling Stone,
4 Sep. 2025
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A lot of it was animal sounds as opposed to melodic sounds.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
31 Aug. 2025
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“Echoing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/echoing. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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