ring off the hook
idiomOf a telephone, to ring constantly or excessively.
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give someone a ring
To place a telephone call to someone.
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hold the ring
To oversee a situation while attempting to remain uninvolved in it.
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hook it
To depart in a hurry; to clear out.
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hook up
To sell or supply something.
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kiss someone's ring
To give respect or reverence to someone; to express servitude to someone.
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make the welkin ring
To celebrate or revel.
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off the hook
Relieved of a duty, burden, responsibility, or pressure.
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ring a bell
To seem at least vaguely familiar.