as in rings
to make the clear sound heard when metal vibrates
let the church bells joyously toll on this most happy occasion
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Different food hubs help farmers cut expenses by providing a variety of resources, such as warehousing, transportation and delivery, education, marketing, contract management and some even provide supplies to farmers.—
Cristina LaRue, Arkansas Online, 9 Nov. 2025
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Over the last 18 months, costs have risen around 20%, largely due to inflation and labor costs, but tariffs implemented earlier this year have also added to higher operational expenses.—
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The patient thriller finds Agnes lonely in her seedy motel, with a phone that often rings, though the person on the other end of the line never speaks.—
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The sound of a third gunshot then rings out.—
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Just a week before, Hassett had been excluded from a White House meeting in which the president decided to impose higher tariffs on Mexico, The New York Times reported.—
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Its past reflects our present, since the debates over tariffs and government intervention, immigration and civil rights, and the corporatization of family businesses are already century-old concerns for Stock Show attendees.—
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There are dings from streetcars on Canal Street, chimes from slot machines at Caesars New Orleans Hotel & Casino, and celebratory symphonies from innumerable trumpets on countless stages and streetcorners.—
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For his part, Elliott has impressed Villa personnel with his attitude and application, which chimes with Emery’s coaching staff’s uber-meticulous professional standards.—
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By his tally, 39 districts asked for some kind of relief in 2025, including raising mill levies or asking voters to uncap revenue collection.—
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The FairTax Act of 2025 was the latest bid to abolish the Internal Revenue Service and replace income tax and other levies with a national sales tax.—
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Higher Ed Excise Taxes In most parts of [America], excises must be confined within a narrow compass.—
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In the weeks since his passing, Finn's friends, costars, and collaborators have poured out tributes to the funny man.—
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The folk radio scene in Connecticut remains strong according to Kallet, who said she has been involved in other live tributes to beloved longtime DJs.—
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This App Is Now Mandatory for All Visitors Travelers must complete a digital form using the All Indonesia app, which streamlines immigration, customs, and health declarations.—
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The Kings, or some iteration thereof, had their passports out to mosey through Canadian customs ahead of a back-to-back set.—
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“Tolls.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tolls. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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