as in rings
to make the clear sound heard when metal vibrates
church bells across the city bonged to mark the solemn occasion
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The question was about coaching in general, but certainly rings true in the Heat’s case.—
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Norah feels celebrated and strengthened by its community, an ethos that rings true when Claire speaks about those around her.—
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The reboot chimes once the process is done.—
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An alarm that chimes instead of buzzes.—
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“Bongs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bongs. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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