Definition of melodynext
as in song
a rhythmic series of musical tones arranged to give a pleasing effect this week, we'll learn to play a more complicated melody on the saxophone

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Recent Examples of melody His mother, Mohinder Kaur Bhamra, sang Punjabi folk melodies over them, and the first British Asian dance album, Punjabi Disco, was born. Vrinda Jagota, Pitchfork, 27 June 2026 From the streets to the sheets, West Coast prodigy Blxst has turned his pain and passion into profit by masterfully blending melodies with bars. Adelle Platon, VIBE.com, 24 June 2026 The music follows the birth of the United States through the Revolutionary and Civil Wars to World Wars I and II, adding spirited and moving melodies along the way. Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 June 2026 Steely and deliberate songwriting that casually staggers down the line between rhythm and melody, laced with loose yet conscious jams. Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 22 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for melody
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Noun
  • The search for the opening song stretched into the final weeks before filming, with Kittrell, Dries and pilot director Jason Moore trading ideas over text.
    Angelina Mazza, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
  • That passion was evident throughout the evening as supporters periodically broke into song.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2026
Noun
  • In the 30 years following the tune’s release, disappointment has only continued to plague the Three Lions.
    Fisher Isbell, AJC.com, 2 July 2026
  • The work features four vocal soloists who represent Native American, Sephardic, African American and Protestant religious traditions, along with instrumental music based on early American hymn tunes.
    Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026

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“Melody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/melody. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.

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