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as in ballads
a short musical composition for the human voice often with instrumental accompaniment
she sang a little-known song for the talent show
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as in poems
a composition using rhythm and often rhyme to create a lyrical effect
the songs of Shakespeare
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as in poetries
writing that uses rhythm, vivid language, and often rhyme to provoke an emotional response
a hero honored in song and story
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Recent Examples of songs
It’s been a long time coming for the 33-year-old, who began writing songs as a teenager and landing gigs on the side as — of all things — a Hannah Montana impersonator.
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Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 19 Oct. 2025
Their songs have also featured themes of faith, conflict, and country.
—Shirley Halperin, Rolling Stone, 19 Oct. 2025
After the speeches came Ukrainian songs, poems, tributes to soldiers, and, of course, the national anthem.
—Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 19 Oct. 2025
Bad Bunny songs blasted over loudspeakers to welcome Miami protesters to Bayfront Park Saturday morning.
—Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 18 Oct. 2025
But Michaels was already working to improve the sound by episode 2, which was music-heavy with Paul Simon as the first to do double duty as host and musical guest, and also featured songs from Randy Newman and Phoebe Snow.
—Jillian Sederholm, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Oct. 2025
In a clip shared exclusively with PEOPLE, Van Dyke recalled crying when the Sherman Brothers first played the now-iconic songs for him.
—Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 11 Oct. 2025
The jukebox musical, created in collaboration with Diamond, features Diamond’s songs with a book by Anthony McCarten.
—Eric E. Harrison, Arkansas Online, 11 Oct. 2025
Those in attendance were required to put their phones in Yondr pouches, to avoid new songs being filmed and leaked online.
—Sophie Williams, Billboard, 10 Oct. 2025
Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 19 Oct. 2025
Their songs have also featured themes of faith, conflict, and country.
—Shirley Halperin, Rolling Stone, 19 Oct. 2025
After the speeches came Ukrainian songs, poems, tributes to soldiers, and, of course, the national anthem.
—Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 19 Oct. 2025
Bad Bunny songs blasted over loudspeakers to welcome Miami protesters to Bayfront Park Saturday morning.
—Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 18 Oct. 2025
But Michaels was already working to improve the sound by episode 2, which was music-heavy with Paul Simon as the first to do double duty as host and musical guest, and also featured songs from Randy Newman and Phoebe Snow.
—Jillian Sederholm, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Oct. 2025
In a clip shared exclusively with PEOPLE, Van Dyke recalled crying when the Sherman Brothers first played the now-iconic songs for him.
—Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 11 Oct. 2025
The jukebox musical, created in collaboration with Diamond, features Diamond’s songs with a book by Anthony McCarten.
—Eric E. Harrison, Arkansas Online, 11 Oct. 2025
Those in attendance were required to put their phones in Yondr pouches, to avoid new songs being filmed and leaked online.
—Sophie Williams, Billboard, 10 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for songs
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Both songs appear to be passionate ballads by the two impressive vocalists, with Erivo lending her melodic riff to Dorothy’s iconic line.—
Rachel McRady,
PEOPLE,
8 Oct. 2025
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Tonatiuh croons a few ballads, though Lopez skillfully takes on most of the heavy musical work.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
8 Oct. 2025
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The variants, the visuals, the exclusive photos and poems.—
Eric Renner Brown,
Billboard,
14 Oct. 2025
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Her poems are strewn with festivity.—
Anthony Lane,
New Yorker,
13 Oct. 2025
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The song structures and melodies are familiar; the production is largely inoffensive, and any pop radio station can play these lyrics.—
Eric Renner Brown,
Billboard,
14 Oct. 2025
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This musician from Ambato, Ecuador, tropicalized the national music of the Ecuadorian highlands, which had long been stigmatized for its Indigenous roots and the sad melodies often associated with them.—
NPR,
NPR,
13 Oct. 2025
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The lyrics, some inspired by proverbs and biblical passages, convey the fervor of his first love with God, without losing his personal touch.—
Jessica Roiz,
Billboard,
17 Oct. 2025
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So to this day, 'Borderline's' lyrics are mumbled on SNL.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 Oct. 2025
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D’Angelo, whose cool tunes and one hot music video turned him a legend of neo-soul, has died, according to a statement from his family.—
Lisa Respers France,
CNN Money,
14 Oct. 2025
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The dining car turns out fine delicacies with Italian flair, while the lounge car hops with finger-snapping tunes by a piano, saxophone, clarinet trio.—
Eleanor Flagler Hardy,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Oct. 2025
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On Saturday nights, when the Jewish Sabbath ends, Elia chants the zemirot, the traditional table hymns.—
Eli Sharabi,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
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Attendees bowed their head in prayer and sang along to hymns, while posters of Kirk lined the seats.—
NBC News,
NBC news,
22 Sep. 2025
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In the past, vocals were just another layer — meant to blend, not stand out.—
Alma Rota,
Rolling Stone,
14 Oct. 2025
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Before Smith took the stage, Abraham Alexander, one of White Claw’s Next Wave Artists, set the tone with his soulful vocals and groove-heavy sound, getting the crowd ready for a night to remember.—
Quincy Green,
Billboard,
14 Oct. 2025
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Freebairn-Smith’s works also feature collaborations on dozens of commercial jingles for Chevron, Continental Airlines, United Airlines, Dubonnet Wine, Pacific Bell, among others.—
Giana Levy,
Variety,
13 Oct. 2025
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Curtis moved to Los Angeles after the service and wrote jingles for commercials.—
Mike Barnes,
HollywoodReporter,
20 Sep. 2025
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“Songs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/songs. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.
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