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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Takaichi has underscored the need to accelerate Japan’s military buildup after years of pacifism since World War II, echoing Abe’s militaristic vision.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
28 Oct. 2025
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Golden artisanal glass tiles also will embellish the exterior, echoing the grandeur and elegance of the Forbidden City’s imperial past, according to the brand.—
Denni Hu,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Nice vanilla bean flecks and round, fatty flavor with only the subtlest hint of coconut.—
Alex Beggs,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
28 Oct. 2025
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The dress featured a high, round neckline, with rounded shoulders and extra long sleeves covering Daddario’s hands.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Plus, the color options include both neutral shades and more vibrant hues like burgundy, olive, and purple.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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Releasing later this week, the latest product of their longstanding partnership is a vibrant collection of apparel, footwear and accessories that celebrate esports and the gaming community.—
Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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ParaNorman uses familiar horror tropes to tell a coming-of-age story that's surprisingly resonant for all ages.—
Chris Snellgrove,
Entertainment Weekly,
24 Oct. 2025
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According to the announcement, TDE Films whittled the pool of applicants to 25 finalists before identifying the five recipients whose work demonstrated distinct narrative voices, emotionally resonant characters and culturally meaningful perspectives.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Reverberating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reverberating. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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