Meaning of the word jangling in English

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jangling

US /ˈdʒæŋ.ɡlɪŋ/

UK /ˈdʒæŋ.ɡlɪŋ/

making or causing to make a ringing metallic sound, typically a harsh or discordant one

Example:

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The keys were jangling in his pocket as he walked.

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The old trolley car moved slowly, its parts jangling and rattling.

Synonym:

clanging clanking rattling tinkling ringing

a harsh, ringing metallic sound

Example:

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The sudden jangling of the bells startled the birds.

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He hated the constant jangling of her bracelets.

Synonym:

clanging clanking rattling tinkling ringing