resonates

Definition of resonatesnext
present tense third-person singular of resonate
as in echoes
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 resonates International industry experts realize increasingly that Arabian beauty — especially fragrance, olfactive ingredients and craft — resonates not only at home but abroad, too. Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 6 Jan. 2026 Emily said the sound of the keys clacking still resonates today, per ABC. Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 6 Jan. 2026 This shared historical reality is why this moment resonates so acutely. Essence, 6 Jan. 2026 Mamdani's anti-corporate, anti-billionaire message resonates with voters across the country as the price of housing, groceries, health care and utilities have soared while many young people struggle to find well-paying jobs. Dan Morrison, USA Today, 1 Jan. 2026 With surprises aplenty — and a final scene that ranks among Broadway’s most invigorating send-offs of the 21st century — John Proctor is the Villain cast a spell that resonates months after its too-early September 7 closing. Greg Evans, Deadline, 31 Dec. 2025 This quiz is designed to connect your quirks, strengths, and hidden sides with the constellation that resonates most with you. Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 30 Dec. 2025 Tailor your approach to your partner's learning style, checking in to see what resonates. Douglas A. Boneparth, Cfp, CNBC, 29 Dec. 2025 Personally, this is my favorite on the album because of the message of living in the moment that resonates so well today, at a time when everything seems to moving at warp speed. Leila Cobo, Billboard, 10 Nov. 2025

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“Resonates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resonates. Accessed 18 Jan. 2026.

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