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as in director
a person who directs a musical ensemble
The orchestra thanked their conductor for pulling together such a memorable performance.
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Recent Examples of conductor
Honors Harriet Tubman, an Underground Railroad conductor and Union spy during the Civil War.
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Sophie Clark, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 June 2025
In a surprise move, Colorado Symphony conductor Peter Oundjian will make his Vail debut with a performance of composer Amy Beach’s Piano Concerto, which will feature soloist Anne-Marie McDermott.
—Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 2 June 2025
Equally important has been identifying a player who can bring more craft in that area of the pitch — a conductor.
—Art De Roché, New York Times, 28 May 2025
Rather than being a virtuoso musician, the role has become more akin to that of a conductor.
—Ray Ravaglia, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
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Sophie Clark, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 June 2025
In a surprise move, Colorado Symphony conductor Peter Oundjian will make his Vail debut with a performance of composer Amy Beach’s Piano Concerto, which will feature soloist Anne-Marie McDermott.
—Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 2 June 2025
Equally important has been identifying a player who can bring more craft in that area of the pitch — a conductor.
—Art De Roché, New York Times, 28 May 2025
Rather than being a virtuoso musician, the role has become more akin to that of a conductor.
—Ray Ravaglia, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conductor
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For a spa-like feel, Sue Kim, director of color marketing at Valspar, suggests the shade Fragile Blue.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 June 2025
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Upon the film’s screening at this year’s festival, Variety spoke to the director about his mixed-media approach, the landscape of Dominican animation and learning to animate on the job.—
Kambole Campbell,
Variety,
7 June 2025
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Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
31 May 2025
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Alonso remains one of the most physically dedicated drivers.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
31 May 2025
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For example, in an exclusive with Vanity Fair, Chu teases two brand new songs written by original Wicked composer Stephen Schwartz that will be featured in the film.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
4 June 2025
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No Time for Despair, the artist's debut exhibition with the gallery, presenting new paintings, ceramic sculptures and benches alongside a ew sound piece made in collaboration with composer Alex Gruz.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Within minutes of their arrival, a party of officers, soldiers, and operators based at Clifden’s big wireless station came laboring across the muddy ground.—
David Rooney
June 5,
Literary Hub,
5 June 2025
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Sports betting operators have no influence over newsroom coverage.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
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Morgan Wallen’s First Wallen is now the first musician in history to chart 30 or more songs on the Hot 100 in three separate weeks.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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The centerpiece is a gargantuan grill where Franco barbecues 20-pound steaks for barefoot guests; around him, there is dancing, mingling, and live music, usually a mix of musicians from the area and Franco’s high school friends.—
Alessandra Schade,
Vogue,
7 June 2025
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The engineers of Project Kuiper are also focused on sustainability.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
6 June 2025
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Born in San Francisco in 1980, Jackson is the son of a college instructor and technology engineer.—
Jabari Young,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Listen to this article Chicago police said seven teens were wounded in an overnight shooting at a large gathering in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood after a St. Sabina graduation party, drawing an angry statement from the church’s longtime leader, Father Michael Pfleger.—
Deanese Williams-Harris,
Chicago Tribune,
1 June 2025
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Afraid conditions would only worsen, leaders announced in May 2024 their plans to disassemble the chapel, a national historic landmark and popular wedding venue.—
Rebecca Ellis,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2025
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Photographers hoping to capture the wonders of our solar system after sunset should check out our guides on the best cameras and best lenses for astrophotography.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
30 May 2025
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The history of hegemony The term hegemony originates from the Greek hegemon, meaning leader or guide.—
Andrew Latham,
The Conversation,
30 May 2025
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“Conductor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conductor. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.
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