ring true

VERB

prove out

Synonyms

WEAK

be acceptable be plausible be reasonable bear scrutiny carry weight convince endure hold hold up hold water pass muster stand up stick

Example Sentences

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There are many aspects of your letter that ring true.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 9, 2026

There’s a Buffett quote for everything but one in particular may ring true in light of the market’s recent swings.

From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026

The more we learn about these well-designed spaces, the more Picasso’s words ring true.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026

Appelhans noted that earlier versions of the song didn’t ring true because the narrative was wrapped up too neatly.

From Salon • Jun. 29, 2025

And yet her burbly style does not ring true.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood