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
Andrew R. Chow, Time, 14 Oct. 2025
The first song found the K-pop superstar delivering raw vocals over reverberating guitar and nailing delicate runs.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 26 Sep. 2025
Catfish‘s status was up in the air following the official closing of the Paramount Skydance merger in August, which is sure to result in further shakeups reverberating through content decisions and staff layoffs.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 22 Sep. 2025
The events in Brasília are reverberating beyond Brazil.
—Julia Vargas Jones, CNN Money, 12 Sep. 2025
Those impacts risk reverberating through the rest of these students’ lives and into our economy through an underprepared talent supply.
—Matt Gandal, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
My ears heard the full initial sound of the piano key but almost none of its aftermath, its reverberating resonance.
—Literary Hub, 19 Aug. 2025
Building on this, two researchers at Colgate University in New York have shown that dark-matter particles that formed from a Dark Big Bang would create gravitational waves that would still be reverberating around the universe today.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 25 Dec. 2024
The downward notes reverberating from Cristal Baschet sound out seemingly every time Lawrence’s heart sinks or doubt surfaces about one of the candidates for the papacy.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 14 Dec. 2024
Verb
When the band raced to a halt, the crowd went absolutely crazy, its cheers reverberating across the park.
—Andrew R. Chow, Time, 14 Oct. 2025
The first song found the K-pop superstar delivering raw vocals over reverberating guitar and nailing delicate runs.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 26 Sep. 2025
Catfish‘s status was up in the air following the official closing of the Paramount Skydance merger in August, which is sure to result in further shakeups reverberating through content decisions and staff layoffs.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 22 Sep. 2025
The events in Brasília are reverberating beyond Brazil.
—Julia Vargas Jones, CNN Money, 12 Sep. 2025
Those impacts risk reverberating through the rest of these students’ lives and into our economy through an underprepared talent supply.
—Matt Gandal, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
My ears heard the full initial sound of the piano key but almost none of its aftermath, its reverberating resonance.
—Literary Hub, 19 Aug. 2025
Building on this, two researchers at Colgate University in New York have shown that dark-matter particles that formed from a Dark Big Bang would create gravitational waves that would still be reverberating around the universe today.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 25 Dec. 2024
The downward notes reverberating from Cristal Baschet sound out seemingly every time Lawrence’s heart sinks or doubt surfaces about one of the candidates for the papacy.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 14 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reverberating
Adjective
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However, Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher and future Hall of Famer Max Scherzer is here to provide a ringing endorsement.—
Jackson Roberts,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
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But the first five innings Tuesday were a ringing endorsement for the Dodgers’ cautious approach to Ohtani’s rehab and return from a second Tommy John surgery.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
17 Sep. 2025
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Named after a twice burned and rebuilt legendary tavern in Garrard County, Kentucky, Burnt Tavern Bourbon carries a subtle whisper of smoke, echoing its fiery past in every sip.—
Gege Reed,
Louisville Courier Journal,
4 Nov. 2025
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Except now, the number of children attending the school is shrinking, echoing the fate of the exile community itself.—
Diaa Hadid,
NPR,
4 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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At one point, a report broke about the Eagles being willing to offer three first round draft picks for Garrett.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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The Seahawks, who sent two mid-round draft picks to the Saints, may see Shaheed as similar to Percy Harvin.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The coast along the Miraflores neighborhood is ideal for its waves and winds, as well as vibrant culture, food, and people to enjoy after your sesh.—
Ally Jaksen,
Outside,
4 Nov. 2025
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The city feels like Stars Hollow from Gilmore Girls—its energetic downtown area is filled with artisanal shops, quirky history, and a vibrant community.—
Cat Sposato,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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To say the least, the film is an emotionally resonant and complex showcase that unabashedly shows Agnes’ imperfect journey through the other side of trauma.—
Destiny Jackson,
Deadline,
30 Oct. 2025
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One of Macy’s most resonant discoveries is the loneliness and isolation of so many in Urbana.—
Alex Kotlowitz,
The Atlantic,
29 Oct. 2025
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“Reverberating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reverberating. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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