Definition of resonatenext
as in to echo
to continue or be repeated in a series of reflected sound waves the deep sounds of the bassoon resonated through the concert hall

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Recent Examples of resonate The recommendation resonated with organizers, who saw the neighborhood’s musical legacy as a natural fit for an event centered on jazz. Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026 Brands that understand how consumers define value, participation and trust by 2028 will be better positioned to make their Olympic investments resonate long after the closing ceremony. Rebecca Brooks, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026 Why Steinbeck's California reporting still resonates today Ninety years later, the lessons of Steinbeck’s work endure, even if the faces in the fields have changed. James Ward, USA Today, 10 July 2026 To the right is the pool, a steamy echo resonating each time its door opens, and to the left, a staircase leading up to the first floor. Annalisa Merelli, STAT, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for resonate
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  • Easterseals Southern California Chief Advancement Officer Nancy Weintraub echoed that sentiment, pointing to the cultural momentum building around the relaunch.
    Keely Cat-Wells, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
  • Another subcontractor involved in the project echoed Sciame’s assessment, telling Curbed that most large-scale construction projects involve a rush toward completion.
    Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 18 July 2026
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  • By the end of the game, Spain were playing keep-ball, toying with their opponents as ‘Oles’ reverberated around the stadium.
    Stuart James, New York Times, 18 July 2026
  • Herbie Hancock, Dee Dee Bridgewater and a host of the world’s greatest jazz musicians participated in the program at the Lyric Opera of Chicago, where an incredibly diverse crowd of thousands reverberated with collective energy and joy.
    Bija Bennett, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

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“Resonate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resonate. Accessed 20 Jul. 2026.

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