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Recent Examples of refrain
The now memorable refrain came naturally, echoing the playful repetition and rhythm found in classic R&B records while staying grounded in a modern club setting.
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Malana Vantyler, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
This is also a common refrain from celebrities (and influencers).
—Kathleen Newman-Bremang, Refinery29, 9 Feb. 2026
The refrain has endured and been repeated at many of the band's subsequent performances.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 8 Feb. 2026
But a common refrain is that Marathon is harming Destiny in various ways.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
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Malana Vantyler, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
This is also a common refrain from celebrities (and influencers).
—Kathleen Newman-Bremang, Refinery29, 9 Feb. 2026
The refrain has endured and been repeated at many of the band's subsequent performances.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 8 Feb. 2026
But a common refrain is that Marathon is harming Destiny in various ways.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for refrain
chorus
Noun
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With every passing year, the springtime chorus grows quieter.—
Sarah Kaplan,
Washington Post,
26 Feb. 2026
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During a pep rally, Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb walked into the gymnasium to a chorus of cheer from the crowd.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Refrain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refrain. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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