background music
noun
: music to accompany something (such as a public event, a movie, or a television show)
the background music playing during the procession
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Grab a portable speaker and choose a playlist that fits the mood, whether that’s dance-friendly beats or more mellow background music.
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Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
23 June 2026
There was always a steady soundtrack of background music that set the mood for any occasion.
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Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
20 June 2026
Explosions, sound effects, and background music all benefit from the improved bass response, which makes the viewing experience more immersive.
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Christian De Looper,
PC Magazine,
16 May 2026
This background music of doubt undermines the quality of the interaction.
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Cody Turner,
The Conversation,
1 May 2026
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Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
23 June 2026
There was always a steady soundtrack of background music that set the mood for any occasion.
—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
20 June 2026
Explosions, sound effects, and background music all benefit from the improved bass response, which makes the viewing experience more immersive.
—
Christian De Looper,
PC Magazine,
16 May 2026
This background music of doubt undermines the quality of the interaction.
—
Cody Turner,
The Conversation,
1 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for background music
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“Background music.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/background%20music. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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