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as in poem
a composition using rhythm and often rhyme to create a lyrical effect
composed a short verse for his mother's birthday
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as in poetry
writing that uses rhythm, vivid language, and often rhyme to provoke an emotional response
skilled at verse
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as in to tell
to give information to
while in prison, he versed himself in the rights of the incarcerated
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Recent Examples of verse
Christian De Looper, PC Magazine, 16 May 2026
If you weren’t sold by the rapping and the Auto-Tune, Akylas slows it down in the final verse and switches the meaning of the song.
—Charlie Harding, Vulture, 15 May 2026
If, however, that’s too much for you, TS Eliot wrote a short, surprisingly dull verse drama about these events, Murder in the Cathedral, and Peter O’Toole plays Henry in an even duller film Becket (1964).
—Literary Hub, 15 May 2026
Baynes and Covault work closely with 101 Studios, which co-produces the Yellowstone-verse and Sheridan’s other shows, including Landman, Tulsa King and Lioness, as well as MobLand and The Agency.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2026
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Noun
On this track, the soundbar struggles to produce the sub-bass that runs through much of the verse and chorus.
—Christian De Looper, PC Magazine, 16 May 2026
If you weren’t sold by the rapping and the Auto-Tune, Akylas slows it down in the final verse and switches the meaning of the song.
—Charlie Harding, Vulture, 15 May 2026
If, however, that’s too much for you, TS Eliot wrote a short, surprisingly dull verse drama about these events, Murder in the Cathedral, and Peter O’Toole plays Henry in an even duller film Becket (1964).
—Literary Hub, 15 May 2026
Baynes and Covault work closely with 101 Studios, which co-produces the Yellowstone-verse and Sheridan’s other shows, including Landman, Tulsa King and Lioness, as well as MobLand and The Agency.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for verse
Noun
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Not only do the records feature scuff marks and price tags, but poems and doodles—as if the blankness was begging to be filled in.—
Emily Watlington,
ARTnews.com,
24 May 2026
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Even though two copies dated earlier had the poem in Old English, it wasn't included within the main text, but rather in the margins.—
Lexi Lane,
PEOPLE,
24 May 2026
Noun
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There is Persian mythology and mysticism in the film, and ruins in Persian poetry are very significant places.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
14 May 2026
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Urrea is a Guggenheim Fellow who has authored 19 books, many of which have won awards for poetry, fiction and essays, the release said.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
Verb
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Homeless services workers were communicating with unhoused people near the river to tell them about the spill and to offer services, according to the statement.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
25 May 2026
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Sources familiar with the talks tell CBS News that the latest proposal to end the war, which is now in its 13th week, includes a process to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, the unfreezing of some Iranian assets held in foreign banks, and a continuation of negotiations over Iran's nuclear program.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
24 May 2026
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Ovenbird Warblers such as the ovenbird are often difficult to spot, so learning their widely varied songs is essential to identification.—
Christopher Gangemi,
New Yorker,
21 May 2026
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She is scheduled to perform new songs from her 12th studio album and some of her classic anthems.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 May 2026
Verb
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Instead, inform the bank of your plans now to avoid having your funds get locked into a less profitable account.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
19 May 2026
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We were informed pretty quickly when each issue occurred.—
Tanya Lewis,
Scientific American,
19 May 2026
Verb
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Two senior law enforcement officials briefed on the investigation and a federal law enforcement official identified Cain Clark, 17, and Caleb Vazquez, 18, as the suspects in today’s shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego.—
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
19 May 2026
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The sources spoke on the condition of anonymity because they weren't authorized to brief the media.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 May 2026
Verb
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It's advised for those with respiratory or heart-related issues to limit outdoor activity this afternoon.—
Lauren Bostwick,
CBS News,
24 May 2026
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Any pair of scissors with a blade over four inches is restricted, advises the TSA spokesperson.—
Jillian Dara,
Travel + Leisure,
24 May 2026
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“Verse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/verse. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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