as in symphonic
having a pleasing mixture of notes
some especially tuneful songs have been written for this new animated film
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Recent Examples of tuneful
There are also significant health benefits to be obtained from hearing different sounds of nature–tuneful bird songs in particular.
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Kathy Willis, WIRED, 28 Dec. 2024
More than 25 Motown gems and other songs will be performed via a tuneful array of solos, duets and group medleys.
—Gail Mitchell, Billboard, 10 Dec. 2024
This is not overtly a holiday tour, so expect a range of tuneful treats.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 30 Nov. 2024
The tuneful score and witty lyrics are by Julia Mattison and Noel Carey, making an impressive Broadway bow.
—Frank Rizzo, Variety, 22 Nov. 2024
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Kathy Willis, WIRED, 28 Dec. 2024
More than 25 Motown gems and other songs will be performed via a tuneful array of solos, duets and group medleys.
—Gail Mitchell, Billboard, 10 Dec. 2024
This is not overtly a holiday tour, so expect a range of tuneful treats.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 30 Nov. 2024
The tuneful score and witty lyrics are by Julia Mattison and Noel Carey, making an impressive Broadway bow.
—Frank Rizzo, Variety, 22 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tuneful
Adjective
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From honoring Black women’s transformative roles in symphonic music to celebrating gospel legends and Black Southern electronic music, Eldorado Ballroom Houston is both homage and innovation.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
16 Apr. 2025
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The second longest-running symphonic outdoor drama performance in the U.S., the play has been performed every summer since 1937.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
15 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The musical carefully rethinks the Prohibition era hijinks and gender identity issues of the classic movie it’s based on.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
27 Apr. 2025
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On the all-genre Digital Song Sales list, the tune lands at No. 9, marking another top 10 smash on a highly-competitive list that includes tracks from all musical styles.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Zambrano’s sweet, melodious voice is beautifully complemented by Noreh’s velvety tones.—
Tere Aguilera,
Billboard,
28 Feb. 2025
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People hurrying by spoke in melodious foreign languages.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2025
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