as in poet
a person who writes poetry
where is the muse who will sing of this man's great and noble deeds?
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as in to ruminate
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Recent Examples of muse
Kedean Smith, Essence, 3 Apr. 2025
In theaters July 11 22 of 31 Eddington Midsommar director Ari Aster, his muse Joaquin Phoenix and A24.
—Jack Smart, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 8 Apr. 2025
Bill Clinton in 2003 mused that the Constitution should only limit a president to consecutive terms.
—Peter Baker, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2025
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Noun
While Black women are frequently celebrated as muses, cultural touchpoints, or tentpole faces for DEI initiatives, their inclusion rarely extends to lasting, decision-making roles.
—Kedean Smith, Essence, 3 Apr. 2025
In theaters July 11 22 of 31 Eddington Midsommar director Ari Aster, his muse Joaquin Phoenix and A24.
—Jack Smart, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
Verb
Similarly, in one scene, Betty muses about how in most of her scenes she gets chased around by men before bopping them on the head with whatever heavy object is at hand.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 8 Apr. 2025
Bill Clinton in 2003 mused that the Constitution should only limit a president to consecutive terms.
—Peter Baker, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for muse
Noun
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Special awards will go to Pico Iyer, Emily Witt and poet Amanda Gorman.—
Lorraine Berry,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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The semi-fictitious play, set during the Harlem Renaissance, sees educator and historian W.E.B. Du Bois play matchmaker for his daughter Yolande and esteemed poet Countee Cullen.—
Raisa Habersham,
Miami Herald,
17 Apr. 2025
Verb
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For these individuals, the mind — either slowly or immediately — transitions from ruminating the past to engaging in activities that help rebuild their life.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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Still ruminating on Luka Dončić’s return to Dallas, where Marcus Thompson II wrote that some things in the NBA are worth more than titles.—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
Noun
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One giant got distracted by a wandering minstrel One giant overslept and started late Clues: Brumm is not the fastest builder but didn’t oversleep.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Their audiences rejected elitist cultural norms and watched Shakespeare mixed in with minstrel songs and comedy acts on the same program.—
Joanna Dee Das,
The Conversation,
4 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Asking this question encourages employees to pause and ponder.—
Rachel Pacheco,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Gibson ponders Indigeneity, belonging, modern music and a more equitable future across the exhibit’s paintings, sculptures, flags and video installation.—
Alia Yee Noll,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2025
Verb
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Pairing mindfulness with your pre-sleep routine can be particularly effective in calming an overactive mind, although meditating first thing in the morning is helpful, too. 5.—
Ankur Bindal,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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The photo that followed was a group shot of them meditating in front of the Pyramid of the Sun and the Pyramid of the Moon.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
27 Mar. 2025
Verb
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To see why, contemplate a recent Wall Street Journal headline concerning Meta.—
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Google had contemplated deals with Android phone makers such as Samsung that would provide exclusivity for not only its search app, but also for its Gemini AI app and Chrome browser, according to a document shown at trial.—
Jody Godoy,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
Verb
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With a focus on inclusivity and national unity, these celebrations will bring together communities, organizations, and individuals to reflect on the nation’s journey while looking ahead to the next chapter of its history.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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This competence is rooted in the brand’s history as a pioneer in titanium and ceramic watches and reflected in the choice of Ceratanium® as a case material for two of the new watches.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
2 May 2025
Verb
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For months, Beijing has been projecting an air of strength.—
Juliana Liu,
CNN Money,
24 Apr. 2025
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But projecting Campbell as a full-time edge rusher leaves a lot of unknowns.—
Sean Hammond,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2025
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“Muse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/muse. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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