as in performances
an entertainment featuring singing or the playing of musical instruments
during the summer various groups give concerts on the town green
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as in arranges
to bring about through discussion and compromise
warned that the rain forests are in danger of extinction unless the world's industrial powers concert a plan to prevent such an occurrence
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as in collaborates
to participate or assist in a joint effort to accomplish an end
the governor is eager to concert with the federal authorities on this matter
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Recent Examples of concerts
George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
As ever, other concerts by the presenter will be announced at a later date, including its jazz series.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
When the doors opened in 1901, operas, musicals, plays and concerts drew people from across southern Minnesota, and even from Iowa and South Dakota.
—John Lauritsen, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
One of the Bay Area’s best and most popular spots for concerts — that is, free concerts — is back in business.
—Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 5 Mar. 2026
The flip side • Thanks to SeaWorld for the fun concerts during their Seven Seas Food Festival.
—Ticked Off, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Mar. 2026
In recent years Australian film director Baz Luhrmann tracked down rare, unseen footage of Elvis Presley concerts from the 1970s in that underground vault.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 4 Mar. 2026
Beyond the casino floor, Gulfstream Park is just a 30-minute drive from Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, a 7,000-seat entertainment arena that regularly hosts concerts, comedy shows and special events.
—Taylor Haught, Miami Herald, 4 Mar. 2026
The Norwegian duo will play a string of European concerts next month, then head stateside in May before returning to Europe for more shows and festival dates, including sets at Primavera Sound’s Barcelona and Porto editions.
—Walden Green, Pitchfork, 4 Mar. 2026
Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Noun
Not surprisingly, concerts in their honor are being held across the nation and around the world.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
As ever, other concerts by the presenter will be announced at a later date, including its jazz series.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
When the doors opened in 1901, operas, musicals, plays and concerts drew people from across southern Minnesota, and even from Iowa and South Dakota.
—John Lauritsen, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
One of the Bay Area’s best and most popular spots for concerts — that is, free concerts — is back in business.
—Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 5 Mar. 2026
The flip side • Thanks to SeaWorld for the fun concerts during their Seven Seas Food Festival.
—Ticked Off, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Mar. 2026
In recent years Australian film director Baz Luhrmann tracked down rare, unseen footage of Elvis Presley concerts from the 1970s in that underground vault.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 4 Mar. 2026
Beyond the casino floor, Gulfstream Park is just a 30-minute drive from Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, a 7,000-seat entertainment arena that regularly hosts concerts, comedy shows and special events.
—Taylor Haught, Miami Herald, 4 Mar. 2026
The Norwegian duo will play a string of European concerts next month, then head stateside in May before returning to Europe for more shows and festival dates, including sets at Primavera Sound’s Barcelona and Porto editions.
—Walden Green, Pitchfork, 4 Mar. 2026
Verb
Some scenes are set at fan signing events and concerts awash with colorful light sticks and placards.
—Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for concerts
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Downstairs, Nighthawk channels retro supper club (skewing towards speakeasy) vibes with late-night plates, cocktails, and live performances, including vinyl DJ sets.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Mar. 2026
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One of the highlights of the group’s history, according to Hunt, was having choral giant Sir John Rutter conduct the choir for seven performances.—
Myrna Petlicki,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2026
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While in the country, Harry and Meghan are also planning to visit several on-the-ground initiatives funded by their Archewell Foundation, including one that arranges for children injured in the Gaza war to be medically evacuated for treatment in Jordan.—
Diego Parrado,
Vanity Fair,
25 Feb. 2026
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Once the quartet finally arrives in Tijuana, a wizard-like smuggler arranges their death-defying crossing.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Feb. 2026
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Under the creative direction of Jess Minnick of Detroit’s own Not Sorry Goods, each participant collaborates with a local fashion partner to bring their look to life.—
Duante Beddingfield,
Freep.com,
25 Feb. 2026
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Based in Hong Kong, Lever Style collaborates with around 150 factories across China, Vietnam, Cambodia, Bangladesh, Thailand, Indonesia and India.—
Sarah Jones,
Sourcing Journal,
18 Feb. 2026
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There’s also a genius carry-on backpack for minimalists that could totally replace your suitcase, and a sleek mini sling bag that’s perfect for festivals, city wandering, or just keeping your essentials close and secure.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Mar. 2026
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But there are plenty of other film festivals in Colorado, from Oscar-bait showcases and mini-fests to touring, niche and genre-specific events that appeal to outdoor enthusiasts, the LGBTQ community, and horror fans — sometimes all at once.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
5 Mar. 2026
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Once a shortlist is established, The PEO Link negotiates terms, presents structured comparisons, and supports implementation.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
4 Mar. 2026
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Brown asks the question what if a teacher or a nurse or a sanitation worker doesn't like the contract and benefits the union negotiates on their behalf?—
Jim DeFede,
CBS News,
1 Mar. 2026
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Closure finally feels possible as Luna in your pensive 12th house cooperates with tender Chiron in your 8th House of Delicate Topics.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
1 Mar. 2026
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Garcia continues to post double-digit barrel rates (around 12 percent) and runs, so there is optimism for at least one more 20-plus-homer, double-digit-steal season if health cooperates, with batting average risk offset by park and contextual improvements.—
Derek VanRiper,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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That concludes today’s newsletter.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Mar. 2026
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BofA concludes that with 10% to 20% of current business potentially facing disintermediation, the industry’s premium valuations leave very little room for error.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
3 Mar. 2026
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Meanwhile, a meaningful trip down memory lane unites the community and brings a little boy closer to his late father.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
1 Mar. 2026
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Largely recorded on Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett’s travels of India—with a cast of the country’s musicians—the album unites the voices of the living and dead, with posthumous recordings from the Gorillaz archive of some of their late collaborators.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Concerts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/concerts. Accessed 6 Mar. 2026.
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