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rung

[ruhng] / rʌŋ /


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It had been half an hour since the doorbell had rung last.

From Literature

Her frustration is shared by many people of her age, for whom the first rung on the career ladder can seem out of reach.

From BBC

Simultaneously, there will be a lower rung where the top performers can earn their way into the upper circuit.

From The Wall Street Journal

She followed that by capturing the Dubai 1000-level tournament, just a rung below the majors.

From Los Angeles Times

Asked about the impact of AI on business, Sir Michael said his main observation was of a looming impact on the lower rungs of the workforce.

From BBC