as in vocalists
one who sings
a famous opera singer will be performing at the gala opening of the arts center
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Recent Examples of singers
Grammy Award-winning singers Billie Eilish and SZA were among a group of surprise guests brought out during Justin Bieber’s weekend two headlining set at the 2026 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival into the early Sunday morning hours.
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Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 19 Apr. 2026
Students compete in two divisions based on their level of training, ensuring opportunities for singers at different stages of development.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 19 Apr. 2026
Without the horn section or background singers from the past few tours, Lofgren and Van Zandt were high in the vocal mix.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 19 Apr. 2026
It was populated by neither background singers nor a band.
—Vinson Cunningham, New Yorker, 18 Apr. 2026
The concert version offers flexibility with scheduling and opens up the possibility to bring in high-profile singers for shorter engagements.
—Sheila Regan, Twin Cities, 18 Apr. 2026
The second night will be headlined by R&B singers Anthony Hamilton and Philly native Musiq Soulchild.
—Frederick Sutton Sinclair, CBS News, 18 Apr. 2026
Prince died on April 21, 2016, at 57 years old, and, in honor of the 10-year anniversary of his death, The Guardian spoke to different singers, musicians, producers and artists in his orbit.
—Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 17 Apr. 2026
The female singers particularly knocked it out of the ballpark; both deserve record deals or Broadway roles.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 19 Apr. 2026
Students compete in two divisions based on their level of training, ensuring opportunities for singers at different stages of development.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 19 Apr. 2026
Without the horn section or background singers from the past few tours, Lofgren and Van Zandt were high in the vocal mix.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 19 Apr. 2026
It was populated by neither background singers nor a band.
—Vinson Cunningham, New Yorker, 18 Apr. 2026
The concert version offers flexibility with scheduling and opens up the possibility to bring in high-profile singers for shorter engagements.
—Sheila Regan, Twin Cities, 18 Apr. 2026
The second night will be headlined by R&B singers Anthony Hamilton and Philly native Musiq Soulchild.
—Frederick Sutton Sinclair, CBS News, 18 Apr. 2026
Prince died on April 21, 2016, at 57 years old, and, in honor of the 10-year anniversary of his death, The Guardian spoke to different singers, musicians, producers and artists in his orbit.
—Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 17 Apr. 2026
The female singers particularly knocked it out of the ballpark; both deserve record deals or Broadway roles.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for singers
Noun
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Known for his work with jazz, blues and bluegrass vocalists such as Jackie Ryan, Maria Muldaur, and Kathy Kallick, Burr is one of the Bay Area’s most versatile accompanists.—
Andrew Gilbert,
Mercury News,
14 Apr. 2026
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As fans stood for the opening run, a sprawling 23-piece backing ensemble — including six band members, eight backing vocalists plus returning Church muse Joanna Cotten, and a mini-orchestra with four horns and four strings — some swayed.—
Theoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Apr. 2026
Noun
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If voices talk over each other, name the order and suggest quick check-ins, because a little structure keeps momentum friendly and fun for everyone.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 Apr. 2026
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But the magic comes from the simple concert format, which places all of the focus on Platt and Zegler’s voices.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
20 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Singers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/singers. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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