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
Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Apr. 2026
At the moment, Breslow has its ringing endorsement.
—Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2026
But Malema was convicted of hate speech for making threats last year, and his party won less than ten per cent of the national vote in the most recent South African election—hardly a ringing endorsement of his ideas.
—Boyce Upholt, New Yorker, 14 Mar. 2026
Eric DeCosta, the Ravens general manager, said a couple of days ago that his phone was still ringing because teams are still willing to trade with him.
—Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 14 Mar. 2026
At noon each day, a cannon placed on the Janiculum Hill fires a blank shot in unison with the ringing bells of Rome’s churches.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026
The tactics of activists have largely included mass protests, most recently those of No Kings Day, as well as smaller, simpler ones, say, chanting and ringing bells in front of Tesla showrooms.
—Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 30 Jan. 2026
Neither response was exactly a ringing endorsement.
—Elliott Teaford, Oc Register, 13 Jan. 2026
That isn't exactly a ringing endorsement of the second-year signal-caller, and writers at The Athletic also don't seem to have much of a belief in Williams heading into the showdown at Lambeau Field.
—Matthew Schmidt, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2025
Ethan Beck, Pitchfork, 12 May 2026
Rob Smat remembers the phone ringing at his parents’ home in Macon, Ga.
—Brayden Garcia
may 11, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 May 2026
Beyond the convenience factor, Just Bare’s chicken bites are an economical option too, generally ringing out at Sam’s Club for about $14 for a three-pound bag, which can carry us for several meals.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
Reached on Friday, shop owner Julio Lima told the Miami Herald that their phones have been ringing off the hook ever since.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 8 May 2026
If so, the alarm clock is ringing.
—Kevin West, Travel + Leisure, 8 May 2026
The phones have been ringing all morning and Robinson decides to allow some of the callers on the air to offer their tributes to Zeta 7.
—Roger Simmons, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 May 2026
First-half goals from Conor Gallagher and Richarlison secured the victory, with boos ringing out from the home fans at Villa Park, four days before their players return to the stadium for the second leg of their Europa League semi-final against Nottingham Forest.
—Tottenham Hotspur, New York Times, 3 May 2026
But then Mike's phone started ringing with donations.
—Steve Hartman, CBS News, 1 May 2026
Adjective
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
At the moment, Breslow has its ringing endorsement.
—Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2026
But Malema was convicted of hate speech for making threats last year, and his party won less than ten per cent of the national vote in the most recent South African election—hardly a ringing endorsement of his ideas.
—Boyce Upholt, New Yorker, 14 Mar. 2026
Eric DeCosta, the Ravens general manager, said a couple of days ago that his phone was still ringing because teams are still willing to trade with him.
—Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 14 Mar. 2026
At noon each day, a cannon placed on the Janiculum Hill fires a blank shot in unison with the ringing bells of Rome’s churches.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026
The tactics of activists have largely included mass protests, most recently those of No Kings Day, as well as smaller, simpler ones, say, chanting and ringing bells in front of Tesla showrooms.
—Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 30 Jan. 2026
Neither response was exactly a ringing endorsement.
—Elliott Teaford, Oc Register, 13 Jan. 2026
That isn't exactly a ringing endorsement of the second-year signal-caller, and writers at The Athletic also don't seem to have much of a belief in Williams heading into the showdown at Lambeau Field.
—Matthew Schmidt, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2025
Verb
But throughout all the wish fulfillment, a faint siren keeps ringing.
—Ethan Beck, Pitchfork, 12 May 2026
Rob Smat remembers the phone ringing at his parents’ home in Macon, Ga.
—Brayden Garcia
may 11, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 May 2026
Beyond the convenience factor, Just Bare’s chicken bites are an economical option too, generally ringing out at Sam’s Club for about $14 for a three-pound bag, which can carry us for several meals.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
Reached on Friday, shop owner Julio Lima told the Miami Herald that their phones have been ringing off the hook ever since.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 8 May 2026
If so, the alarm clock is ringing.
—Kevin West, Travel + Leisure, 8 May 2026
The phones have been ringing all morning and Robinson decides to allow some of the callers on the air to offer their tributes to Zeta 7.
—Roger Simmons, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 May 2026
First-half goals from Conor Gallagher and Richarlison secured the victory, with boos ringing out from the home fans at Villa Park, four days before their players return to the stadium for the second leg of their Europa League semi-final against Nottingham Forest.
—Tottenham Hotspur, New York Times, 3 May 2026
But then Mike's phone started ringing with donations.
—Steve Hartman, CBS News, 1 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ringing
Adjective
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Consider, too, the iconic venue of Arrowhead, boasting the Guinness World Record for world’s loudest stadium.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
15 May 2026
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And the consequences of speaking up are rarely loud enough to point to.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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Neapolitan pizza is characterized by a round, soft dough with a very thin center and a high, airy crust spotted with bits of char.—
Lauren Schuster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 May 2026
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The teaser doesn’t give away much of the plot, but the best part is Pugh standing in a funeral wearing all-black furs and round black sunglasses.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
13 May 2026
Adjective
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This connection with Nashville’s past and future gives the patient experience a sense of character, privacy, and unmistakable identity.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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The undercurrent here is unmistakable.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 May 2026
Verb
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Other rooms look toward the Giza Zoo’s greenery or the surrounding city.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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Still, confusing thoughts surrounding money, confidence or self-worth could cloud your judgment.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
11 May 2026
Verb
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Given rumors were circling that José Mourinho was on his way back to manage the team next season, some assumed Pérez would be addressing that, looking to steady the ship after a torrid few months in the Spanish capital.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
13 May 2026
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So none of the negative press circling around him manifested as a problem in your working relationship?—
Zak Cheney-Rice,
Vulture,
13 May 2026
Verb
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Harris suggests that the feature’s unapologetically positive vibe and message, is chiming with audiences in the current geopolitical climate, citing the success of Neal Street’s Hamnet as well as Call the Midwife.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
14 May 2026
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The sound bath and a chiming bell provide a resonant echo in which attendees visibly relax, most with their eyes closed.—
Paula L. Woods,
Los Angeles Times,
4 May 2026
Adjective
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The stirring of the home supporters by Rowe, however, made the sound of silence more deafening in the final minute.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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Records say the sound created a deafening roar across Copenhagen.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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When all six are in tune with each other, the chord your life makes is full and resonant and true.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
13 May 2026
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The filmmaker rarely lingers, making brief moments of grace — like Gabrielle peeking in at her mom and stepdad taking a nap — all the more resonant for their evanescence.—
Jon Frosch,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
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“Ringing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ringing. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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