ring in

verb

rang in; rung in; ringing in; rings in

transitive verb

: to celebrate the beginning of something
ring in the New Year

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Tinnitus, often described as ringing in the ears, can cause profound distress. — Alison Karlene Hodgins, Washington Post, 14 Aug. 2026 For a more affordable take on the trend, the Amazon Essentials Slip-on Mules ring in at just $25. — Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 13 Aug. 2026 The Troy Police Department began investigating the crime ring in August 2023 and then partnered with the Attorney General's FORCE Team in early 2024 to bring down this expansive criminal organization, according to authorities. — Karma Sabbah, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026 Kylie Jenner rang in her 29th birthday a few days early with a princess-kitty birthday celebration. — Staff Author, InStyle, 8 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ring in

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“Ring in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ring%20in. Accessed 15 Aug. 2026.

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