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as in ballad
a short musical composition for the human voice often with instrumental accompaniment
she sang a little-known song for the talent show
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as in poem
a composition using rhythm and often rhyme to create a lyrical effect
the songs of Shakespeare
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as in dime
a very small sum of money
developers bought the land for a song
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as in poetry
writing that uses rhythm, vivid language, and often rhyme to provoke an emotional response
a hero honored in song and story
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Recent Examples of song
Harvey recorded the song with an orchestra at Miraval Studios in Provence.
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Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
24 June 2026
Who’s to say, but despite a sizable streaming bump that came with her boyfriend’s new position, none of her songs have yet to even approach a million streams.
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Marissa R. Moss,
Rolling Stone,
24 June 2026
Swift, known for secrecy around her private life, aside from her song lyrics, has a notoriously close and sacred relationship with her fans.
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Gloria Pazmino,
CNN Money,
24 June 2026
Different birds arrive at different times of year to sing their songs in our yards and gardens.
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Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
24 June 2026
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Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
24 June 2026
Who’s to say, but despite a sizable streaming bump that came with her boyfriend’s new position, none of her songs have yet to even approach a million streams.
—
Marissa R. Moss,
Rolling Stone,
24 June 2026
Swift, known for secrecy around her private life, aside from her song lyrics, has a notoriously close and sacred relationship with her fans.
—
Gloria Pazmino,
CNN Money,
24 June 2026
Different birds arrive at different times of year to sing their songs in our yards and gardens.
—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
24 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for song
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When the Black Queen’s message arrives in the Riverlands, the king consort, lil’ Oscar Tully, and their new pal Roddy the Ruin are busy reveling, making up ballads dedicated to their own derring-do.
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Within the flashy dance numbers and power ballads, American musicals often hold up a mirror to society.
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Classics Studies teachers, whose work typically focuses on the history and culture of the ancient Mediterranean basin, are hoping that many moviegoers who see the film will then be inspired to pick up a copy of the original poem or perhaps even sign up for a class.
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In 2024, the icon wrote a poem for the CD version of Swift’s eleventh studio album The Tortured Poets Department.
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The tempo is jagged and slow, and O’Farrill only teases out the melody throughout as if to question the jubilance of the original.
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From the streets to the sheets, West Coast prodigy Blxst has turned his pain and passion into profit by masterfully blending melodies with bars.
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The coins include the quarter, dime, nickel and penny, as well as signature coins, all with unique elements and features emblematic of the nation's milestone.
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But Demings did not ask the tourism overlords to contribute to the cause, not so much as a dime from the TDT.
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The title character disdains the common folk, and the play’s complicated political discussion and harsh, jagged poetry aren’t what most picnicking playgoers are after.
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Not enough people look back to the ancient world, which is more associated with epic poetry about gods and war than prose compositions.
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According to viewers, a woman appearing to be Alannah uses the N-word while lip-syncing lyrics.
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The follow-up to 2022’s Gemini Rights was written, performed, and produced by Lacy, who focuses the new album on transparency and personal lyrics.
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The ceremony included Colombia's national anthem but also the rebel hymn of the Border Commandos -- the lyrics of which make no mention of the group's crimes.
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For centuries, spiritual hymns have kept hope alive, even more so for the enslaved.
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Meanwhile, singing anthems at England national team matches is nothing new for English supporters.
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As the anthems played ahead of Curaçao’s first-ever World Cup match, Advocaat stood on the touchline and wiped away tears.
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“Song.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/song. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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