1
as in echoed
to continue or be repeated in a series of reflected sound waves
the stranded hiker's cries for help sounded throughout the canyon
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2
as in seemed
to give the impression of being
the idea at least sounds plausible
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3
as in voiced
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)
a person who certainly isn't shy about sounding her opinions
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as in announced
to make known openly or publicly
the grand opening of the region's newest and largest mall has been loudly sounded for months
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as in said
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Recent Examples of sounded
Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
In some moments, Jon sounded anxious that he and Gemini would be separated.
—Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 1 Oct. 2025
The device sounded terrifying – an apparently new, nuclear capable IRBM, fired with multiple conventional warheads, that the Kremlin boasted could rip through European defenses.
—Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2025
Cutter Gauthier, Radko Gudas and Frank Vatrano each sounded the goal horn.
—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 30 Sep. 2025
Still, the comment seemed more about Kelly than her boyfriend and sounded kind of judgy—about where Jean was from, about her choice of friends growing up.
—David Wright Faladé, New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2025
When the last whistle sounded, the senior had 22 carries for 113 yards rushing.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 25 Sep. 2025
Ten years ago, this sounded crazy.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 24 Sep. 2025
Carr also sounded serious when he was asked about one of Kimmel’s remarks about MAGA’s efforts to define the motives of the suspect in the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 24 Sep. 2025
Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
In some moments, Jon sounded anxious that he and Gemini would be separated.
—Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 1 Oct. 2025
The device sounded terrifying – an apparently new, nuclear capable IRBM, fired with multiple conventional warheads, that the Kremlin boasted could rip through European defenses.
—Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2025
Cutter Gauthier, Radko Gudas and Frank Vatrano each sounded the goal horn.
—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 30 Sep. 2025
Still, the comment seemed more about Kelly than her boyfriend and sounded kind of judgy—about where Jean was from, about her choice of friends growing up.
—David Wright Faladé, New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2025
When the last whistle sounded, the senior had 22 carries for 113 yards rushing.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 25 Sep. 2025
Ten years ago, this sounded crazy.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 24 Sep. 2025
Carr also sounded serious when he was asked about one of Kimmel’s remarks about MAGA’s efforts to define the motives of the suspect in the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 24 Sep. 2025
Verb
Sabres coach Lindy Ruff sounded confident that Byram, Power and Kesselring will be available on opening night.
—Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
In some moments, Jon sounded anxious that he and Gemini would be separated.
—Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 1 Oct. 2025
The device sounded terrifying – an apparently new, nuclear capable IRBM, fired with multiple conventional warheads, that the Kremlin boasted could rip through European defenses.
—Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2025
Cutter Gauthier, Radko Gudas and Frank Vatrano each sounded the goal horn.
—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 30 Sep. 2025
Still, the comment seemed more about Kelly than her boyfriend and sounded kind of judgy—about where Jean was from, about her choice of friends growing up.
—David Wright Faladé, New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2025
When the last whistle sounded, the senior had 22 carries for 113 yards rushing.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 25 Sep. 2025
Ten years ago, this sounded crazy.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 24 Sep. 2025
Carr also sounded serious when he was asked about one of Kimmel’s remarks about MAGA’s efforts to define the motives of the suspect in the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 24 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Sabres coach Lindy Ruff sounded confident that Byram, Power and Kesselring will be available on opening night.
—Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
In some moments, Jon sounded anxious that he and Gemini would be separated.
—Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 1 Oct. 2025
The device sounded terrifying – an apparently new, nuclear capable IRBM, fired with multiple conventional warheads, that the Kremlin boasted could rip through European defenses.
—Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2025
Cutter Gauthier, Radko Gudas and Frank Vatrano each sounded the goal horn.
—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 30 Sep. 2025
Still, the comment seemed more about Kelly than her boyfriend and sounded kind of judgy—about where Jean was from, about her choice of friends growing up.
—David Wright Faladé, New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2025
When the last whistle sounded, the senior had 22 carries for 113 yards rushing.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 25 Sep. 2025
Ten years ago, this sounded crazy.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 24 Sep. 2025
Carr also sounded serious when he was asked about one of Kimmel’s remarks about MAGA’s efforts to define the motives of the suspect in the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 24 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sounded
Adjective
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But with a trophy on the line and needing just two more wins to lift said silverware, its focus will now be squarely on this continental cup.—
James Nalton,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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The music video — which features all three artists — shows the said breakup unfold as all parties end up in therapy.—
Natalia Cano,
Billboard,
22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Sanders, who co-directed the original movie and voiced Stitch, reprised his voice-over role in the 2025 update.—
Justin Kroll,
Deadline,
23 July 2025
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Several cast members returned, including co-writer and co-director Chris Sanders, who created and voiced Stitch.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
24 May 2025
Adjective
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Designer Brittny Button says this color family is back, but with more pronounced red undertones, as seen in maroon and burgundy.—
Tessa Cooper,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Oct. 2025
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After all, in the last two years, the intersection of beauty, health, and wellness has never been more pronounced.—
Alexa Mikhail,
Flow Space,
8 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Instead, users who rely on ChatGPT, for example, for tips on handling their clinical depression are relying on the tool for a function that’s beyond its stated purpose.—
Kameryn Griesser,
CNN Money,
27 Aug. 2025
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In a franchise system, this shows in how the franchisor supports its owners, how decisions are made and whether the brand’s actions truly reflect its stated purpose.—
Gigi Schweikert,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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“Sounded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sounded. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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