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as in poems
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 poetries
writing that uses rhythm, vivid language, and often rhyme to provoke an emotional response
skilled at verse
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as in informs
to give information to
while in prison, he versed himself in the rights of the incarcerated
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Recent Examples of verses
Devon Ivie, Vulture, 27 Mar. 2026
Moreover, the Cuban newcomer — a former Billboard On the Radar Latin artist — is as fierce and unapologetic as ever, delivering sharp verses that are both for the haters, and serve also a strong manifestation on abundance and prosperity.
—Tere Aguilera, Billboard, 27 Mar. 2026
His department’s promotional videos have displayed Bible verses alongside military footage.
—Tiffany Stanley, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2026
First witness Many denominations share a system assigning particular Bible verses to be read at each week’s services – a cycle that takes three years, called Years A, B and C, to complete.
—Mary Foskett, The Conversation, 20 Mar. 2026
The photo is edited with verses from the Quran in yellow Arabic text.
—Camilo Montoya-Galvez, CBS News, 19 Mar. 2026
After posting the video on Tuesday, LaRussell doubled down on promoting the untitled track, posting several snippets of himself performing verses.
—Zara Irshad, San Francisco Chronicle, 18 Mar. 2026
This was a band that very purposely marched to its own drummer, in other words… even if that drummer, Helen, had a unique approach to tempo and liked to stick random fills in the middle of verses.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 15 Mar. 2026
Mutch was likely made aware of Chandler’s mocking verses, as some of Chandler’s biographers suggest.
—Jake Lundberg, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2026
Noun
The trio trade verses and backing vocals while Puth defers to his heroes for their keyboards and guitar, respectively.
—Devon Ivie, Vulture, 27 Mar. 2026
Moreover, the Cuban newcomer — a former Billboard On the Radar Latin artist — is as fierce and unapologetic as ever, delivering sharp verses that are both for the haters, and serve also a strong manifestation on abundance and prosperity.
—Tere Aguilera, Billboard, 27 Mar. 2026
His department’s promotional videos have displayed Bible verses alongside military footage.
—Tiffany Stanley, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2026
First witness Many denominations share a system assigning particular Bible verses to be read at each week’s services – a cycle that takes three years, called Years A, B and C, to complete.
—Mary Foskett, The Conversation, 20 Mar. 2026
The photo is edited with verses from the Quran in yellow Arabic text.
—Camilo Montoya-Galvez, CBS News, 19 Mar. 2026
After posting the video on Tuesday, LaRussell doubled down on promoting the untitled track, posting several snippets of himself performing verses.
—Zara Irshad, San Francisco Chronicle, 18 Mar. 2026
This was a band that very purposely marched to its own drummer, in other words… even if that drummer, Helen, had a unique approach to tempo and liked to stick random fills in the middle of verses.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 15 Mar. 2026
Mutch was likely made aware of Chandler’s mocking verses, as some of Chandler’s biographers suggest.
—Jake Lundberg, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for verses
Noun
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His poems employ numbers significant to Dine (Navajo) thought and ways of life.—
Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
29 Mar. 2026
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There’s hundreds and hundreds and hundreds of poems in my journals that come right after a sad story or a happy story or whatever.—
Jessica Firger,
SELF,
23 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Lord John informs his sad-sack drunk son William that his cousin Ben died and Ben’s surprise widow Amaranthus and baby Trevor appeared at his doorstep.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
26 Mar. 2026
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Their work also informs creative direction, messaging, and timing across channels, helping teams apply audience insights in ways that can inform more aligned campaign decisions.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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These outsized musical personalities often leave more distinctive fingerprints on the songs than the BTS members themselves do.—
Mitch Therieau,
New Yorker,
27 Mar. 2026
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The centerpiece is Love Rocks, built around seven songs by Lenny Kravitz.—
Manuel Mendoza,
Dallas Morning News,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The alert tells the pilots exactly what to do to avoid the collision.—
Clara McMichael,
ABC News,
26 Mar. 2026
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The state Department of Public Health did not respond in time for this article regarding how many nursing homes have closed in the state in the last two years and what the agency tells families in such a transition.—
Livi Stanford,
Hartford Courant,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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To reduce the chances of snakes around your home, TPWD advises keeping your lawn trimmed low and removing brush, woodpiles, rocks, and debris where snakes and rodents may hide.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 Mar. 2026
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Nationwide advises talking to your tax preparer to determine whether this strategy makes sense for you.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The Navy regularly briefs Courtney on classified matters in his position as ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee’s Seapower subcommittee, which oversees the country’s top defense priority, the Columba ballistic missile submarines built by Electric Boat in Groton.—
Edmund H. Mahony,
Hartford Courant,
18 Jan. 2026
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The trailer immediately briefs fans that season 10 is going to be an emotional rollercoaster.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 Jan. 2026
Verb
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In a routine step near the end of a flight, the air traffic controller handling approaches into LaGuardia instructs the pilots of Air Canada Express Flight 8646 pilots to contact the airport’s control tower, which will guide them the rest of the way.—
Michael R. Sisak,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Mar. 2026
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Daisy instructs her to focus on making beds and forget the laundry, but Alesia can’t help herself from folding one million towels in the middle of the boat 40 minutes before the guest’s arrival.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
24 Mar. 2026
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“Verses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/verses. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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