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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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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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
Natalie Hammond, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2025
While most graduations take place in arenas in May, the ringing applause heard throughout the center yesterday marked the end of the high school educational journeys for over 50 students, many of whom have been involved with gun violence and used school to change their life direction.
—Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2025
Not exactly a ringing endorsement.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 17 Aug. 2025
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
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
His ringing, carefree laugh mixed with soaring rhetoric about democracy, working families and hope.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 7 Aug. 2024
About 75 firefighters responded to the incident, and were still trying to douse the flames as of 11 p.m. Battalion Chief Robert Rezende told OnScene TV that the call initially came in as a ringing alarm.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Feb. 2022
The next year, President Kennedy made a resonant decision: to boldly go, as the Star Trek prologue was to put it in a ringing split infinitive, where no man had gone before.
—Anthony Haden-Guest, Harper's Magazine, 26 Oct. 2021
Danya Gainor, CNN Money, 3 Sep. 2025
Payam Zamani’s story reads like the American dream—one that begins with his escape from religious persecution in Iran as a teenager and culminates, years later, with ringing the bell at NASDAQ.
—Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
According to the department, Guzman had been ringing doorbells in the area and running away.
—Liam Quinn, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
The Context The prank of ringing a doorbell then fleeing is a long-standing prank that has gained new popularity on social media.
—Jenna Sundel
jason Lemon, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
In Warsaw, this spirit is alive along Vistula Boulevard, a three-mile-long riverside promenade dotted with cafés, bars, and a sandy beach ideal for watching the sunset over dinner from one of the dozens of food trucks ringing the riverbanks.
—AFAR Media, 2 Sep. 2025
One witness told police that Guzman was running from a house after ringing a doorbell just before he was allegedly shot.
—Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Before long, Jesse Palmer is ringing his glass, bringing the cocktail party to an end.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 2 Sep. 2025
Wedding bells will be ringing soon for David Byrne.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 1 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Two years later, the print received another ringing endorsement.
—Natalie Hammond, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2025
While most graduations take place in arenas in May, the ringing applause heard throughout the center yesterday marked the end of the high school educational journeys for over 50 students, many of whom have been involved with gun violence and used school to change their life direction.
—Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2025
Not exactly a ringing endorsement.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 17 Aug. 2025
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
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
His ringing, carefree laugh mixed with soaring rhetoric about democracy, working families and hope.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 7 Aug. 2024
About 75 firefighters responded to the incident, and were still trying to douse the flames as of 11 p.m. Battalion Chief Robert Rezende told OnScene TV that the call initially came in as a ringing alarm.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Feb. 2022
The next year, President Kennedy made a resonant decision: to boldly go, as the Star Trek prologue was to put it in a ringing split infinitive, where no man had gone before.
—Anthony Haden-Guest, Harper's Magazine, 26 Oct. 2021
Verb
After ringing the bell, the young boys took off, making it at least 20 feet away before the suspect walked to the edge of his property and two shots rang out — one finding its mark in Julián’s back, Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare told CNN.
—Danya Gainor, CNN Money, 3 Sep. 2025
Payam Zamani’s story reads like the American dream—one that begins with his escape from religious persecution in Iran as a teenager and culminates, years later, with ringing the bell at NASDAQ.
—Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
According to the department, Guzman had been ringing doorbells in the area and running away.
—Liam Quinn, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
The Context The prank of ringing a doorbell then fleeing is a long-standing prank that has gained new popularity on social media.
—Jenna Sundel
jason Lemon, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
In Warsaw, this spirit is alive along Vistula Boulevard, a three-mile-long riverside promenade dotted with cafés, bars, and a sandy beach ideal for watching the sunset over dinner from one of the dozens of food trucks ringing the riverbanks.
—AFAR Media, 2 Sep. 2025
One witness told police that Guzman was running from a house after ringing a doorbell just before he was allegedly shot.
—Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Before long, Jesse Palmer is ringing his glass, bringing the cocktail party to an end.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 2 Sep. 2025
Wedding bells will be ringing soon for David Byrne.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 1 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ringing
Adjective
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This discourse only got louder during minicamp when he was called out for his physical appearance and route running.—
Kevin McCormick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Sep. 2025
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As Anisimova kept making things close again, and the crowd kept getting loud, Sabalenka reminded herself to focus on herself.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Butterhead Butterhead lettuce has a small head with round leaves.—
Lauren O'Connor,
Health,
3 Sep. 2025
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Round Dining Tables For apartment dwellers looking to make the most of their space, round tables have a light, airy feel that helps maximize smaller areas.—
Jamie Fischer,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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But the magnitude of the moment is unmistakable.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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His soulful vocals and unmistakable touch on the Wurlitzer became the heartbeat of the bands' sound.—
Megan Cartwright,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Rothrock, a Seattle native, made it 3-0 five minutes later, drawing a deafening ovation from the home crowd.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
1 Sep. 2025
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Texas Chainsaw Massacre Visitors will come face-to-face with Leatherface and the deranged Sawyer family amid the deafening roar of chainsaws in the Texas Chainsaw Massacre haunted house.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
5 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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In the annals of professional golf, the majors are the sure-fire blockbusters—globally resonant, historically revered, and able to draw the widest audience.—
Mike Dojc,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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The slate comprises 12 projects from the Philippines and eight from neighboring countries, showcasing what organizers describe as bold voices, distinctive genres, and globally resonant stories.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The second series investigates deaths involving apparent falls from heights — examining whether victims were pushed from locations like balconies, cliffs and bridges.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
5 Sep. 2025
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The consequences of the current fracturing may not be apparent right away.—
Katherine J. Wu,
The Atlantic,
5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The 89-year-old child psychologist transformed a corner of the conservative movement into a roaring political force that shaped the national conversation and became the de facto base of the modern Republican Party that embraced performative piety as a precondition for viability.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
21 Aug. 2025
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This familiarity with the Wyoming wilderness perhaps explains why the game feels so authentic: Its roaring orange sunsets, powder-blue skies, lush green pines, and trickling turquoise waters.—
Lewis Gordon,
Vulture,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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While specific activation plans are still under review, our commitment remains to deliver a project that contributes to a vibrant downtown.—
Matthew Glowicki,
The Courier-Journal,
3 Sep. 2025
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Always look for bright, vibrant heads of lettuce and avoid brown spots or dingy yellow leaves.—
Lauren O'Connor,
Health,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Ringing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ringing. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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