Thesaurus results for OCTET

octet

noun

Definition of octet

as in quartet

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Recent Examples of octet But the Blast Max can blend for anywhere from seven to 10 drinks on a single charge, depending on how much blending is needed—enough to reliably make an octet of blended cocktails or smoothies. — Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 24 Jan. 2026 Despite their levels of fame and notoriety, the members of this octet have yet to headline films of their own. — Devon Ivie, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2025 Joy’s voice sits inside a rich octet, where horns and piano converse like old friends. — Shelby Stewart, Essence, 12 Oct. 2025 Backed by an orchestral octet, Jones demonstrated the vocal command and flair that helped her net a Grammy for best R&B performance category in 2024. — Joe Lynch, Billboard, 3 Sep. 2019 See All Example Sentences for octet

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Noun

As part of their mission, the groups are also committed to preserving quartet singing as well as being part of a chorus.

— Tom Strong, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026
Awaiting their arrival is the quartet of Crew-12, which has been in orbit since February.

— Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of quartet

Noun

The Fondation Beyeler in Riehen, Switzerland, has revealed a trio of buildings designed by Swiss architect Peter Zumthor, the Pritzker Prize–winning designer of the new David Geffen Galleries at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

— News Desk, Artforum, 24 Sep. 2026
Rounding out their trio is Hazel (Kennedi Reece), a sweet, naive young woman, completely sheltered by her conservative upbringing but determined to follow her Michelle Obama dreams.

— Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of trio

Noun

The colorful, traveling septet includes Vicki Gunvalson (Orange County), Luann de Lesseps (NYC), Porsha Williams (Atlanta) Teresa Giudice (New Jersey), Kyle Richards (Beverly Hills), Gizelle Bryant (Potamac) and Lisa Barlow (Salt Lake City).

— Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 11 Sep. 2026
The group remains winless after five nominations, but the new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category may give the septet its clearest path to a first trophy as a performing act.

— Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

Definition of septet

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Charlotte reshared the post to her own Instagram Stories page while Gellar posted another snap to her Stories, in which the duo are both smiling for the camera.

— Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Sep. 2026
Among the guests at the launch celebration were Coco Rocha and Debbie Harry, weaving through the space and stopping at the backlit bar for drinks, nodding along to the sounds of DJ duo Las Flaquitas.

— Ruby Ford-Dunker, Vogue, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of duo

Noun

Getting Guillermo to do knee walks by enlisting Carter and Jaxon from the troupe to assist?

— Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 23 Sep. 2026
Sheeran’s remaining supporting acts—the band Lukas Graham and the singer-songwriters Aaron Rowe and Finneas—and his backing band, the Irish folk troupe Beoga, all withdrew in solidarity.

— Naaman Zhou, New Yorker, 22 Sep. 2026

Definition of troupe

Noun

These Pact leggings are designed for everyday wear and look great with oversized sweaters and knee-high boots, blousy tops and ballet flats, or sneakers and an oversized flannel shirt for a more casual ensemble.

— Jessie Quinn, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2026
With innovative filmmaking, remarkable performances, and an ensemble of characters who moved us, the film achieves something extraordinary.

— Pete Hammond, Deadline, 20 Sep. 2026

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