idiom

ring a bell

3Sections

To sound familiar; to seem familiar but you can't quite place it

Definition

To sound familiar; to seem familiar but you can't quite place it

Examples

  • The name RINGS A BELL but I can't place it
  • Does that RING A BELL?
  • His face RINGS A BELL

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms:

  • sound familiar

Antonyms:

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