recitals

noun

plural of recital
1
as in recitations

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as in symphonies

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  1. symphonies
  2. presentations
  3. performances
  4. concerts
Noun
  • Should symphonies try to educate their patrons on the rule with an announcement at the beginning of the concert?
    — Judith Martin, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Davis also performs as a concert artist with leading orchestras and symphonies including the BBC Proms at London’s Royal Albert Hall, La Scala in Milan and Taipei Arena in Taiwan.
    — Greg Evans, Deadline, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of symphonies
Noun
  • The hearing will also feature presentations from representatives of insurance companies.
    — Jenna Carlesso, Hartford Courant, 1 Aug. 2026
  • The best part of the competition is taking a deep dive into a specific topic, Wadkins said, and also listening to the other students’ presentations to learn more about a specific time or person in history.
    — Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of presentations
Noun
  • In the course of its hundred and forty-nine performances, the Eras Tour literally inscribed itself into geological time, the vibrations from the stomping fans registering on the Richter scale.
    — Mitch Therieau, New Yorker, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Most performances by acts slated to play earlier were canceled, with a handful moving to different stages.
    — Finnegan Belleau, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of performances
Noun
  • The atmosphere felt surprisingly relaxed — more easygoing than many arena rock concerts — without sacrificing energy.
    — Jamie Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026
  • Unlike last year, the concerts will not take place inside Hornet Stadium.
    — Steve Large, CBS News, 31 July 2026
Definition of concerts
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