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
The idea of insect welfare may be inherently less relatable than the idea that furry mammals or tuneful birds should be shielded from suffering, and the practicalities can be grim.
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Shayla Love, The New Yorker, 5 Jan. 2025
There are also significant health benefits to be obtained from hearing different sounds of nature–tuneful bird songs in particular.
—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
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Shayla Love, The New Yorker, 5 Jan. 2025
There are also significant health benefits to be obtained from hearing different sounds of nature–tuneful bird songs in particular.
—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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tuneful
Adjective
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The power of symphonic strings can totally capture Seals.—
Jed Gottlieb,
Boston Herald,
25 May 2025
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The fusion of Nas’ poetic lyricism with a full symphonic accompaniment has drawn praise from both audiences and collaborators.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
30 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In 2023, the two were the only musical acts to release a new chart-topping solo album in each of the previous three years.—
Taijuan Moorman,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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On the carpet, IndieWire caught up with Moore about Jesse Eisenberg’s upcoming A24 musical film.—
Vincent Perella,
IndieWire,
21 May 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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“Tuneful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tuneful. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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