chanteys

variants or chanties or shanties
plural of chantey

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chanteys
Noun
  • Much of the music and lyrics are drawn from Sting's 1991 album The Soul Cages, and weave elements of his family's story into ballads, Celtic folk music and classical recordings that his mother collected.
    Brittney Melton, NPR, 10 June 2026
  • His ballads of rainy English angst went over big in the land of sun and surf.
    Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 8 June 2026
Noun
  • The vocal tracks are broken up by instrumental ditties whose cutesiness is almost creepier.
    Andrew Ryce, Pitchfork, 23 Apr. 2026
  • Later, orange lanterns carrying well-wishes floated toward the stars, mingling with the distant strains of Lao ditties from the karaoke machines of the ramshackle bars that lined the banks.
    Chris Schalkx, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Notorious Knicks villains such as Trae Young, Joel Embiid and CJ McCollum received similarly contentious choruses in recent postseasons.
    Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 10 June 2026
  • People themselves keep those choruses alive.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
Noun
  • Notable coloratura arias Coloratura arias are found in the works of Mozart, George Frideric Handel, and many other classical composers.
    René Ostberg, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026
  • The singers will perform their signature arias, followed by hors d’oeuvres, wine, and dessert with the artists.
    Beth Wood, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 May 2026
Noun
  • This vibrant, free afternoon concert will feature a rich selection of beloved American choral favorites, including rousing gospel selections, powerful spirituals, and timeless classics that resonate across generations, a news release stated.
    Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
  • The music is eclectic and includes sounds associated with Islam as well as bluegrass, hymns and spirituals.
    Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Violinist Warren Ellis played an equally soulful solo during a break from the lyrics.
    Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 11 June 2026
  • For Corinne Bailey Rae, lyrics and melodies can reveal new possibilities.
    Christopher A. Daniel, AJC.com, 11 June 2026
Noun
  • Write some of this century’s most devastating songs about the ecstasy of getting together.
    Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
  • Grande commented on the TikTok post from earlier this week, telling the administration to cease using her songs.
    Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 11 June 2026
Noun
  • The service Generations of LMR ownership have upheld high standards for property staff to deliver top-notch western hospitality.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 June 2026
  • The group said Skydive Kansas City adheres to the safety standards set by the largest skydiving organization in the world, including all maintenance requirements established by the FAA.
    ABC News, ABC News, 15 June 2026
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“Chanteys.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chanteys. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.

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