ding-dong
characterized by or resembling the sound of a bell.
marked by rapid alternation of retaliatory action: a ding-dong struggle.
Origin of ding-dong
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How to use ding-dong in a sentence
I called it “ding-dong diplomacy”; Governor Richardson wisely pointed out that “basketball diplomacy” is better than none.
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Think of that: cradled innocence and angels' dreams and the whole of the hymn just before ding-dong-bang on noses and jaws!
The Amazing Marriage, Complete | George Meredith"V-v-v-variety is the s-s-spice——" sputtered our old friend William, otherwise ding-dong Bell.
The Motor Rangers Through the Sierras | Marvin West
The floor of the cave sloped steeply toward the rear, and when ding-dong struck it he did not stop.
The Motor Rangers Through the Sierras | Marvin WestIt mingled with a shout of alarm from ding-dong, who had now stopped rolling, but was not yet on his feet.
The Motor Rangers Through the Sierras | Marvin West
British Dictionary definitions for ding-dong
the sound of a bell or bells, esp two bells tuned a fourth or fifth apart
an imitation or representation of the sound of a bell
a violent exchange of blows or words
(as modifier): a ding-dong battle in the board room
sounding or ringing repeatedly
Origin of ding-dong
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