poetesses

plural of poetess

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poets
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  • This multimedia intergenerational event centers live musical and poetic performance presented by a team of Philadelphia-area musicians and poets, consisting of new music inspired by American Folk, Blues, and Afro-Caribbean music.
    Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
  • His sentiment inspires the two poets, both in their 70s—until, moments later, tragedy renders language powerless.
    The Atlantic, The Atlantic, 19 May 2026
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