Ring in

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verb

To start or introduce something such as a new year or new season with a special celebration or event.

They rang in the New Year with a grand party.
Visual representation of "ring in" - To start or introduce something such as a new year or new season with a special celebration or event.

Often appears as...

  • ring in the new year
  • ring in the season
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Celebratory Origins

Traditionally, 'ring in' is related to bell ringing to announce celebrations.

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The whole town rang in the festival with church bells.
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Figurative Use

'Ring in' can be used metaphorically to signify the start of any event, not just with actual bells.

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Let's ring in the launch with a big announcement.
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New Beginnings

It's often used to indicate the enthusiastic onset of a significant period.

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The community rang in the summer with a barbecue.
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