opera

variants also opuses
Definition of operanext
plural of opus
as in works
a literary, musical, or artistic production the composer's final opus was performed posthumously to great acclaim

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Recent Examples of opera In Mozart’s opera, Tamino, a prince in a fairyland of mystic temples and mystifying gods, relies on his supernatural flute that turn sorrow into joy to get him out of jams. Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2026 In San Francisco, patrons and politicians courting big-budget opera, dance, and theater productions were pushed by protests to designate funds for cultural centers in the Mission and other neighborhoods. Katy Siegel, Artforum, 2 June 2026 An icy blue halter dress can be dressed up with kitten heels and glitzy jewelry for your ceremony, and re-styled with fresh accessories for a black-tie event like a gala or an opera opening months from now. Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 29 May 2026 Private Music is absolutely far and above anything that Deftones have released in recent years, and furthermore there’s an argument for this album standing in the same tier as their other opuses. Quentin Thane Singer, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for opera
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Noun
  • Such Chinese characters were inscribed or stamped on most of the hundreds of thousands of works made during the Chinese monarch’s rule in the 18th century.
    Stephy Chung, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC, has announced a raft of new acquisitions, including works by artists entering the collection for the first time.
    News Desk, Artforum, 20 Aug. 2026
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  • Glennie-Smith also served as musical director for Zimmer’s live concerts and conducted the 60-piece orchestra at the 2012 Academy Awards that featured compositions from Zimmer and Pharrell Williams.
    Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Samples or compositions are given to all of the city chapters, and attendees get to chop up and edit the selections.
    Britt Julious, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026
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  • The companies also plan to bring pieces of DRX’s existing academy setup to Indonesia, with organized coaching, camps held in Korea and routes for Indonesian players to break into the region’s pro gaming circuit.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Estimating their value is difficult as comparable pieces rarely go on public auction.
    Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 25 Aug. 2026

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“Opera.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opera. Accessed 27 Aug. 2026.

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