tunes 1 of 2

noun

plural of tune
as in melodies
a rhythmic series of musical tones arranged to give a pleasing effect hummed a little tune while I sorted the laundry

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verb

present tense third-person singular of tune
as in keys

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Recent Examples of tunes
Noun
The scene opened with a cloaked figure trudging through dark city streets as ominous holiday tunes emanate from the surrounding businesses. — Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 23 July 2026 At the Butterfly Stage, a new addition this year, fairgoers will find soulful, acoustic tunes from bands such as Second Wind and Friends and the Centennial Canyon Riders. — Claire Wang, Oc Register, 23 July 2026 While mechanical systems shouldn’t be making noise, the resident will be able to boost their mood with some good tunes. — Jennifer Castenson, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026 In the streaming music world, having access to all your favorite tunes and ditties is integral. — Gabriel Zamora, PC Magazine, 20 July 2026 Fans bond by singing the same words, tunes, and rhythms together, swaying, waving or pumping fists in unison. — Patrik Jonsson, Christian Science Monitor, 18 July 2026 Plus, new tunes from Carly Rae Jepsen, Tinashe, Syd, Bella Kay, Helado Tropical, and more. — Rolling Stone, 17 July 2026 Country singer Jo Dee Messina will soon be back in Fort Worth with some new tunes. — Brayden Garcia july 17, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 July 2026 Overall, both tunes are meant to make your little ones feel good. — Anna Halkidis, Parents, 17 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tunes
  1. melodies
  2. keys
  3. songs
  4. adapts
  5. coordinates
Noun
  • Their cynicism is still there, but it’s carried by brighter melodies and a willingness to let the music speak as loudly as the message.
    — Sophie Miller, Rolling Stone, 19 July 2026
  • Gone are the extended multi-part suites and intricate guitar workouts, replaced by slight, tender melodies engulfed in a striking emptiness.
    — Sam Goldner, Pitchfork, 19 July 2026
Definition of melodies
Verb
  • Percent change in enrollees −15%0%2% Use the arrow keys ↑↓←→ to navigate through the map regions.
    — Joelle Gross, NBC news, 22 June 2026
  • Bob Iger is beginning a fresh phase after recently handing the Disney keys over to new CEO Josh D’Amaro, and this era includes some new awards.
    — Kirsten Chuba, HollywoodReporter, 20 May 2026
Definition of keys
Noun
  • D4vd stood to make millions from future albums D4vd turned a viral gaming hobby into a bona fide music career by creating songs for gamers to use in videos.
    — Jason Kravarik, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
  • The further Rico and Blume stray from their winning formula (hard-ass rapping over hard-ass beats), the less effective these songs feel.
    — Mehan Jayasuriya, Pitchfork, 24 July 2026
Definition of songs
Verb
  • Nothing Earbuds Deal Nothing Ear (a) earbuds are built for busy campus life, featuring 45dB Smart ANC that automatically adapts to cut out background library or coffee shop noise.
    — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 22 July 2026
  • Improvements in health and fitness occur during rest, when your muscles repair, your cardiovascular system adapts, and your energy stores are replenished.
    — Kristen Gasnick, Verywell Health, 22 July 2026
Definition of adapts
Verb
  • An inverse kinematics controller coordinates the movements of the legs, allowing the robot to adjust its posture and move in different directions.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 24 July 2026
  • Your voice regains momentum when Mercury coordinates with Venus today.
    — USA TODAY, USA Today, 24 July 2026
Definition of coordinates

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“Tunes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tunes. Accessed 26 Jul. 2026.

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