ring the changes

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ring the changes

1. To make patterned sound sequences on bells, starting and ending on the same tone.
2. To run through all possible variations.
3. (slang, Britain, 19th century and earlier) To pass counterfeit money.
4. (Britain) To enliven by varying combinations.
5. (slang, dated) To trick a shopman into giving too much change.

• (to vary combinations): mix and match

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