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as in noisy
full of or characterized by the presence of noise
the resounding hubbub of the streets of New York City
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as in loud
marked by a high volume of sound
the emcee announced the winner in a resounding voice that could be heard all the way to the back of the hall
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as in ringing
marked by conspicuously full and rich sounds or tones
a resounding chord
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as in emphatic
marked by or uttered with forcefulness
a resounding defeat for the opposition party
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as in praising
to proclaim the glory of
folk songs that resound the noble deeds of the nation's heroes of yore
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Recent Examples of resounding
Arkansas Online, 1 Apr. 2025
On the bright side, the San Diego Wave are coming off a resounding 4-1 win over Racing Louisville behind a brace by Delphine Cascarino, as well as goals scored by Kenza Dali and Melanie Barcenas to secure the important three points.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Apr. 2025
After Minnesota’s resounding Game 1 win on Saturday to claim a 1-0 advantage over the Los Angeles Lakers, Anthony Edwards was asked what the message was to the world after pundits across the globe had widely picked L.A. to win the first-round playoff series.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 22 Apr. 2025
According to a new Microsoft security advisory update, the answer to the last of these questions is a resounding no.
—Davey Winder, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
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The verdict was a resounding defeat for Le Pen's National Rally party, formerly the National Front.
—Arkansas Online, 1 Apr. 2025
On the bright side, the San Diego Wave are coming off a resounding 4-1 win over Racing Louisville behind a brace by Delphine Cascarino, as well as goals scored by Kenza Dali and Melanie Barcenas to secure the important three points.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Apr. 2025
After Minnesota’s resounding Game 1 win on Saturday to claim a 1-0 advantage over the Los Angeles Lakers, Anthony Edwards was asked what the message was to the world after pundits across the globe had widely picked L.A. to win the first-round playoff series.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 22 Apr. 2025
According to a new Microsoft security advisory update, the answer to the last of these questions is a resounding no.
—Davey Winder, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for resounding
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While the noisy cicadas are harmless to people and don’t sting or bite, periodical cicadas can be concentrated and very numerous in some spots.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2025
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The Frigidaire delivers in many categories, but the shelf adjustments are limited, the fridge was noisier than average, and the temperature was inconsistent, leading to frozen items in the refrigerated section.—
Alice Knisley Matthias,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 May 2025
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But due to noise from the venue next door, which was playing loud music amid a competing bar, Bruni bailed even after the musicians were assembled on stage.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
17 May 2025
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Lamia doesn’t know that Bibi has gone into super-grandma mode after realizing the folly of her abandonment plan, parking herself in loud protestation at the police station.—
Ritesh Mehta,
IndieWire,
16 May 2025
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Although it can be characterized by a ringing, pulsing, buzzing, hissing or squealing sound, audiologists say the source of the condition lies in the brain's neural networks.—
Adrianna Rodriguez,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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But with a will Strike all your harps and set them ringing; On hill and heath Let every breath Throw all its power into singing!—
Vinson Cunningham,
The New Yorker,
25 Dec. 2024
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Since his emphatic win at Oak Hill two years ago, Brooks Koepka has failed to post a top-10 at a major championship.—
Kevin Sabet,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 May 2025
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However, Lincoln-Sudbury had an answer, and an emphatic one at that as goaltender Rex Garozzo jogged up the field with possession.—
Brendan Connelly,
Boston Herald,
14 May 2025
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Sudden showers of beer, cider, and other mysterious fluids became as integral to the vibe as the deafening roar of the crowd.—
Andrew McNicol,
CNN,
22 Mar. 2025
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But there’s no deafening scream of a Formula 1 race.—
Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
7 Mar. 2025
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Fowler got off to a scorching hot start, firing a 7-under 63 on Thursday to sit tied for third place after round one at The Philadelphia Cricket Club.—
Troy Finnegan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
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The ballets are folded, placed on a round plate and then slid into an urn.—
Maria Pasquini,
People.com,
7 May 2025
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For that reason, Torres-Chirinos is also charged with two counts of possession of a firearm during the commission of a violent crime and one count of possession of a firearm by an unlawful alien.—
Chris Spargo,
People.com,
16 May 2025
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Combs apologized for his violent behavior soon after the video's release.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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David Arquette channeled an iconic '80s character this past weekend — while celebrating '90s con.—
Olivia Bellusci,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2025
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Sesame Place San Diego is celebrating Easter with over three weeks of limited-time, family-fun activities.—
San Diego Union-Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 Mar. 2025
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“Resounding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resounding. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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