as in ringing
marked by conspicuously full and rich sounds or tones
the temple was filled with the reverberating sound of the gong
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as in echoing
to continue or be repeated in a series of reflected sound waves
the sound of thunder reverberated from one end of the mountain pass to the other
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Recent Examples of reverberating
Dallas Morning News, 20 Mar. 2026
First one, then another, is obliterated in a puff of smoke, sending explosions reverberating through the apartment block several seconds later.
—Scott Neuman, NPR, 18 Mar. 2026
Budgetary woes reverberating across Massachusetts cities and towns are prompting a fight over a beloved zoo in Attleboro, as the mayor faces fierce backlash with her plan to change the park’s operations to reduce costs.
—Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 18 Mar. 2026
As Jordan sat, his mother by his side, overwhelmed by the magnitude of what had just happened, the roar of approval reverberating through the auditorium, my body, seemingly flooded with butterflies, appeared to dissolve into the screen.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 16 Mar. 2026
The shockwaves reverberating through the gas, diesel and home heating oil markets are tied back to the surging price of crude oil.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 10 Mar. 2026
Part of the pleasure is watching Roberts and Grant at the peak of their powers, his mumbly charm reverberating off her undeniable spark.
—New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
On our third day, a late-afternoon beach landing on Sante Fe deposited us amid a colony of sleeping sea lions, their barks and coughs reverberating across the sandy shore.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 26 Jan. 2026
These failures are not without reverberating consequences.
—Jallicia Jolly, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
Verb
But the price shocks are reverberating throughout the world economy.
—Dallas Morning News, 20 Mar. 2026
First one, then another, is obliterated in a puff of smoke, sending explosions reverberating through the apartment block several seconds later.
—Scott Neuman, NPR, 18 Mar. 2026
Budgetary woes reverberating across Massachusetts cities and towns are prompting a fight over a beloved zoo in Attleboro, as the mayor faces fierce backlash with her plan to change the park’s operations to reduce costs.
—Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 18 Mar. 2026
As Jordan sat, his mother by his side, overwhelmed by the magnitude of what had just happened, the roar of approval reverberating through the auditorium, my body, seemingly flooded with butterflies, appeared to dissolve into the screen.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 16 Mar. 2026
The shockwaves reverberating through the gas, diesel and home heating oil markets are tied back to the surging price of crude oil.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 10 Mar. 2026
Part of the pleasure is watching Roberts and Grant at the peak of their powers, his mumbly charm reverberating off her undeniable spark.
—New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
On our third day, a late-afternoon beach landing on Sante Fe deposited us amid a colony of sleeping sea lions, their barks and coughs reverberating across the sandy shore.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 26 Jan. 2026
These failures are not without reverberating consequences.
—Jallicia Jolly, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reverberating
Adjective
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Hana liked it enough to take some home, which in the Test Kitchen is a ringing endorsement!—
Shilpa Uskokovic,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 Apr. 2026
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At the moment, Breslow has its ringing endorsement.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
25 Mar. 2026
Verb
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And in the freest of free verse poems, recurring images and motifs operate like punchlines in stand-up comedy, echoing earlier jokes in a routine.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Apr. 2026
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As most of the women note, Simon’s presence lingers through the echoing halls of Porsha’s new palace — both literally and metaphorically, thanks to some great editing of his shadow lurking in the background — a feeling worsened by Porsha parading a new man on her arm.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
6 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Cámara uses a HexClad grill pan, evenly perforated with small round holes, to char her homegrown chiles, tomatoes, and aromatics for salsas.—
Kate Kassin,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
9 Apr. 2026
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The round, sesame-seeded bread is layered with Italian deli meats, cheeses and a tangy olive salad that ties everything together.—
Lauren Schuster,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Tiles and accessories are designed to mix and match so players can create a beautiful mahjong setup that reflects their personal style -- from colorful tiles to vibrant mats, racks, tile shufflers and carryall bags.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Plant honeysuckle for its vibrant blooms.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
11 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Looking back over your 18 years, what are some of the most resonant avenues by which MCA has expanded the collection?—
Brian Boucher,
ARTnews.com,
8 Apr. 2026
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Without sacrificing the book’s dark humor, Burke doesn’t shy away from the repercussions of Natalie’s choices, and scenes with her children are the most frustrating and emotionally resonant.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Apr. 2026
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