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adjective

ˈriŋ-iŋ How to pronounce ringing (audio)
Definition of ringingnext
1
as in loud
marked by a high volume of sound an angry, ringing denial of the charges

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2
as in round
marked by conspicuously full and rich sounds or tones sings in a ringing baritone that can be heard throughout the hall

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3
as in unmistakable
not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation whereas other candidates hedged on that issue, he delivered a ringing endorsement of the controversial position

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ringing

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verb (1)

present participle of ring
1
as in surrounding
to form a circle around tall cypress trees ringing the park

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2
as in circling
to travel completely around the line of season ticket buyers ringed the block

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ringing

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verb (2)

present participle of ring
as in chiming
to make the clear sound heard when metal vibrates I didn't hear the doorbell ring

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Recent Examples of ringing
Adjective
Not sure ringing bells is going to do much to stop a person from getting mauled. — David Hookstead Outkick, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2026 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
Verb
Spectators typically leave a UFC fight with ringing ears and a sheepish resolve to get back to the gym. — Charlie Campbell, Time, 23 July 2026 This is your signal to evaluate your strategy, because someone is ringing that bell – the one people say never gets rung at the top of the market. — Clem Chambers, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for ringing
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ringing
  1. loud
  2. round
  3. unmistakable
  4. surrounding
  5. circling
  6. chiming
  7. deafening
  8. resonant
Adjective
  • You, your inbox, your clients, your team, your boss, your calendar or the loudest problem in the room?
    — Ryan Dohrn, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • To be heard above the din, the musicians and their instruments needed to be loud.
    — René Ostberg, Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 July 2026
Definition of loud
Adjective
  • Archer Aviation has completed a piloted round-trip flight between Salinas Municipal Airport and Monterey Regional Airport, adding another real-world demonstration as the company prepares to launch commercial air taxi operations later this year.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Traditional lazy Susans only work on round tables -- enter The Lazy Susan Revolution, a patented system designed specifically for long, rectangular and oval tables, bringing every dish within reach of every guest.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of round
Adjective
  • That interplay of warmth, spice, and richer notes is what gives fall fragrances their unmistakable character, setting them apart from the lighter, brighter scents of spring and summer.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Few heads turn despite her tall, unmistakable frame shuffling across the floor.
    — Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of unmistakable
Verb
  • Research among American surgeons has shown that work-home conflict is strongly associated with burnout and emotional distress​, suggesting that the conflict surrounding demanding schedules may be more consequential than the schedules themselves.
    — Alexandra Kharazi, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
  • Progressive Democratic politicians have won major electoral victories across the country in recent months amid growing frustrations surrounding inequality, affordability and potential threats to job security posed by artificial intelligence.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 31 July 2026
Definition of surrounding
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  • The Wonsleys and Wells’ coach went out to Horn Island early that morning, circling the island by boat and walking on shore trying to find the teenager.
    — Lorena O’Neil, Rolling Stone, 30 July 2026
  • And apparently, some of the locals are already circling the competition venues.
    — Amber Harding OutKick, FOXNews.com, 30 July 2026
Definition of circling
Verb
  • So far, in 2026, luxury experiences continue to outperform personal luxury goods for consumer sentiment by 150%, per Bain data, chiming with a broader departure from ownership to experiences.
    — Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 25 June 2026
  • Various limited editions followed, marking a new era of mechanical watches and highly complicated timepieces, including chiming watches, which Stern was a true fan of.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 15 June 2026
Definition of chiming
Adjective
  • Dixon said other issues to be considered are the deafening roar of traffic passing under the footbridge on I-91 and how to soften it.
    — Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 26 July 2026
  • Heavy raindrops flew sideways, smacking against the hood of my rain jacket and creating a nearly deafening white noise.
    — Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 July 2026
Definition of deafening
Adjective
  • His work merges natural forms, found materials, scientific experimentation, and movement into an artistic language that is both personal and universally resonant.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 31 July 2026
  • The wedding processional began with the majestic, resonant tones of the historic church organ, setting a reverent and grand atmosphere.
    — Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 23 July 2026
Definition of resonant

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“Ringing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ringing. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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