
Ding
Physical Impact
Use 'ding' when an object has been hit and shows minor damage.

The dropped keys left a ding on the wooden floor.
Visual Discovery
A 'ding' is often noticed visually rather than felt or seen happening.

When washing my bike, I spotted a ding on the fender.
Value Impact
A 'ding' can suggest a decrease in the object's value or aesthetics.

The ding on the vase made it less appealing to buyers.
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