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as in choirs
an organized group of singers
the annual Christmas program presented by the church's chorus
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Recent Examples of choruses
Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 1 Oct. 2025
His singles are custom-made for arenas, with massive, cheery choruses reminiscent of peak ’80s MTV.
—Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 27 Sep. 2025
Bell continues to work with senior choruses, lends his voice to podcasts about musicals and Sondheim, and plans future productions with Bergen County Players.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Propelled by one of guitarist Wes Borland’s hypnotic riffs, crunching beats, old-school record scratches and the group’s signature shouty choruses, the whole thing comes crashing to a close with a pummeling final chorus that finally nods to the country star in the title.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 12 Sep. 2025
See the full setlist here The music does a lot of the legwork, stadium-ready with massive, no-frills choruses begging to be sung back to him by hoards of devotees.
—Heather Bushman, IndyStar, 29 Aug. 2025
Her pin-drop verses drew the crowd forward (one table up front must might as well have been the Official Emily King Fan Club; these people were ecstatic), and by the end, ringing choruses filled the room without ever getting harsh.
—David Hochman, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
But even as her star has risen, her diaristic songwriting and infectious choruses have remained constant.
—Abby Monteil, Them., 11 Aug. 2025
This is the origin story, so nobody is on the verses at all, just on the choruses.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Verb
During the past decade, Tranter has established himself as one of the music industry’s most reliable hitmakers, thanks to his clever, boisterous lyricism and dramatic, over-the-top choruses and hooks.
—Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 1 Oct. 2025
His singles are custom-made for arenas, with massive, cheery choruses reminiscent of peak ’80s MTV.
—Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 27 Sep. 2025
Bell continues to work with senior choruses, lends his voice to podcasts about musicals and Sondheim, and plans future productions with Bergen County Players.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Propelled by one of guitarist Wes Borland’s hypnotic riffs, crunching beats, old-school record scratches and the group’s signature shouty choruses, the whole thing comes crashing to a close with a pummeling final chorus that finally nods to the country star in the title.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 12 Sep. 2025
See the full setlist here The music does a lot of the legwork, stadium-ready with massive, no-frills choruses begging to be sung back to him by hoards of devotees.
—Heather Bushman, IndyStar, 29 Aug. 2025
Her pin-drop verses drew the crowd forward (one table up front must might as well have been the Official Emily King Fan Club; these people were ecstatic), and by the end, ringing choruses filled the room without ever getting harsh.
—David Hochman, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
But even as her star has risen, her diaristic songwriting and infectious choruses have remained constant.
—Abby Monteil, Them., 11 Aug. 2025
This is the origin story, so nobody is on the verses at all, just on the choruses.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for choruses
Noun
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There are marching bands performing it and choirs singing it in cathedrals in Europe.—
Devon Ivie,
Vulture,
23 Sep. 2025
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Each year, the singers include Disney employees and members of local community choirs performing along with a live orchestra, handbell players and fanfare trumpeters.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
23 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Normally, the Commission redacts or refrains from publishing proprietary details.—
Senior Reporter,
PC Magazine,
29 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Jolie’s performance, which chimes with her experience as a filmmaker and her personal health struggles, is particularly moving.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
5 Sep. 2025
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Its lyrics about a woman in love with a man who treats her badly, chimes with Gloria’s character, says Jones.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
31 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Cen said one of the ways that AI developers might induce models to provide fairer political information is by encouraging more back-and-forth over issues and avoiding personalized responses.—
Patrick Kulp,
Fortune,
7 Oct. 2025
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The news marked a major moment for Latin music in the United States but was quickly met with negative responses from right-leaning commentators and Trump supporters.—
Deputy News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Apple Music anchor Ebro Darden takes the stage, DJ D-Nice drops down the volume and Carey and SZA take the stage to roars from the rabid fans in the audience, who have been waiting outside all afternoon.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
30 Sep. 2025
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When thunder roars, go indoors!—
Shannon Tyler,
Idaho Statesman,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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On Saturday nights, when the Jewish Sabbath ends, Elia chants the zemirot, the traditional table hymns.—
Eli Sharabi,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
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The entire group chants the name of the triumphant Elio and Clone Elio accepts the applause.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
19 Aug. 2025
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“Choruses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/choruses. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.
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