resonates

Definition of resonatesnext
present tense third-person singular of resonate
as in echoes
to continue or be repeated in a series of reflected sound waves the deep sounds of the bassoon resonated through the concert hall

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Recent Examples of resonates The district’s history helps explain why the question resonates so deeply. Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026 The kitchen was way ahead of its time, incorporating a wood-burning grill and bringing an elevation to Italian American dishes that still resonates all these years later. Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Feb. 2026 The ideas that come suddenly, the unexplainable pull towards a certain idea or the feeling that something resonates are moments that defy pure data explanations. Malana Vantyler, Sacbee.com, 4 Feb. 2026 That resonates far beyond education. Alexa Liacko, CBS News, 3 Feb. 2026 Its capacity to deliver one-of-a-kind textiles infused with custom artwork resonates strongly with premium and luxury denim brands, offering a compelling way to captivate customers and transform blue jeans from everyday commodities into runway-worthy statement pieces. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 3 Feb. 2026 That idea resonates with Barnes, who sees parallels between pigeon courtship and human relationships. Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 3 Feb. 2026 The goal is to create a show that resonates not only with Bad Bunny's superfans, who already live inside his world, but also with viewers who may be seeing Ocasio perform for the first time. Bryan West, USA Today, 3 Feb. 2026 Bolduc played junior for the Quebec Remparts and says the memory of the Nordiques still resonates there. Arpon Basu, New York Times, 30 Jan. 2026

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“Resonates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resonates. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.

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