resound

verb

ri-ˈzau̇nd How to pronounce resound (audio)
Definition of resoundnext
1
as in to praise
to proclaim the glory of folk songs that resound the noble deeds of the nation's heroes of yore

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2
as in to echo
to continue or be repeated in a series of reflected sound waves thunder resounded across the plain

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Recent Examples of resound The Lakers landed two resounding blows that should have served as daggers. — Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 28 Mar. 2025 Rodarte’s killing resounded far from Yuba-Sutter, drawing recognition from state officials and prompting Gov. Gavin Newsom to order flags across the state to be flown at half-staff. — Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 27 Mar. 2025 At the heart of Fast Fire Watch Guards' resounding success lies a blend of operational excellence, adherence to safety norms, and unwavering commitment to their clients. — Kyle Russell, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024 Biden won resounding double-digit victories in Illinois, New Jersey, New Mexico and Virginia, which Harris will only carry by between 4 and 8 points. — Jonathan Easley, The Hill, 6 Nov. 2024 See All Example Sentences for resound
Recent Examples of Synonyms for resound
  1. praise
  2. echo
  3. celebrate
  4. bless
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  • Greene deflected and bashed the Biden administration while praising the Trump administration before circling back to the purpose of the news conference.
    — Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2025
  • The reality star also praises Buteau for showcasing a wedding between a Black trans woman and a straight, cisgender white man on a major streaming platform like Netflix.
    — Dana Rose Falcone, People.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Definition of praise
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  • The dial’s vivid color is echoed by ruby root beads in juicy cerise and raspberry tones, interspersed throughout the chain.
    — Milena Lazazzera, CNN Money, 4 Apr. 2025
  • Friedman's expletive was likely echoed in countless boardrooms throughout the day.
    — Joseph Coughlin, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Definition of echo
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  • The 34-year-old World Cup winner celebrates the birthdays of his three children on the same day, April 8 – and none of them were born in the same year.
    — Don Riddell, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
  • The Walking Dead is also celebrating its 15th anniversary as a franchise.
    — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 7 Apr. 2025
Definition of celebrate
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  • Their relationship is romantic in a platonic sense, yet there is also nothing wrong with shipping these two — God bless.
    — John DeVore, Rolling Stone, 2 Apr. 2025
  • The beautiful island of Jamaica, which I am blessed enough to call home, was not just a simple backdrop for our #Sheacation, but the country’s culture was truly engrained into every aspect of the trip.
    — Kayla Greaves, Essence, 1 Apr. 2025
Definition of bless

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“Resound.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resound. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.

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