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Music

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1.
play
list
Noun

a set of recorded songs and pieces of music that have been selected to be broadcast on a radio station or a radio program

She curated a diverse playlist for the road trip, featuring everything from classic rock to contemporary pop.

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acoustic
2.
a
cous
tic
Adjective

(of a musical instrument) making a sound that is natural, not amplified

She preferred the acoustic guitar for its warm, natural tone.

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instrumental
3.
instrumental
Adjective

(of music) made only by instruments and without vocals

The instrumental piece featured a beautiful piano melody accompanied by strings.

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4.
tune
less
Adjective

lacking a pleasant tune

Despite her efforts, the singer's performance was unfortunately tuneless and off-key.

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amplifier
5.
amp
li
fier
Noun

an electronic device that strengthens electrical signals or causes sounds to get louder

The guitarist plugged his electric guitar into the amplifier to increase its volume.

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juke
box
Noun

a machine that can play a chosen song when one inserts a coin or pays by card, found in bars, etc.

The diner had a vintage jukebox filled with classic rock and roll songs from the 1950s.

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synthesizer
7.
syn
the
si
zer
Noun

an electronic musical instrument that produces the sounds of other instruments

The musician used a synthesizer to create futuristic sound effects in the movie's soundtrack.

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anthem
8.
an
them
Noun

an official song of great importance for a particular country that is performed on certain occasions

The national anthem was played before the start of the sporting event as a sign of respect for the country.

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ballad
9.
ba
llad
Noun

a tale that is narrated in the form of a song or poem

The troubadours of medieval Europe traveled from town to town, singing ballads of love and chivalry.

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10.
bag
pipe
Noun

a wind instrument with a reed and several sticks, played by squeezing a bag and blowing through one of its pipes, originated from Scotland

The bagpipe is a traditional Scottish musical instrument with a distinctive sound.

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bow
11.
bow
Verb

to bend the head or move the upper half of the body forward to show respect or as a way of greeting

As the queen entered the room, the courtiers bowed deeply.

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string
12.
string
Noun

a thin, flexible cord made from fibers twisted together, commonly used for tying, fastening, or threading objects

She used a piece of string to tie the gift box.

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harp
13.
harp
Noun

a triangular musical instrument with a row of strings that are stretched vertically, played with the fingers

She practiced the harp diligently every day to prepare for the upcoming recital.

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in tune
14.
in tune
Phrase

singing or playing with correct intonation or pitch

The guitarist spent extra time tuning his instrument to ensure it was in tune before the performance.

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concerto
15.
con
cer
to
Noun

a musical composition that is written for one or more solo instruments and accompanied by an orchestra with three movements

The orchestra performed a beautiful concerto by Mozart, featuring a talented soloist on the piano.

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duo
16.
duo
Noun

a musical work for two singers or players

The jazz duo captivated the audience with their smooth improvisations and tight harmonies.

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bar
17.
bar
Noun

a place where alcoholic and other drinks and light snacks are sold and served

They decided to meet at the local bar after work for a few drinks.

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key
18.
key
Noun

a specially shaped piece of metal used for locking or unlocking a door, starting a car, etc.

She reached into her purse to retrieve the key to the front door.

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pitch
19.
pitch
Verb

to throw something with a specific motion

The baseball pitcher prepared to pitch the ball with precision.

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scale
20.
scale
Noun

the size, amount, or degree of one thing compared with another

The scale of the earthquake was so immense that it caused widespread damage across the region.

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harmony
21.
har
mo
ny
Noun

a state of compatibility or coordinated action among people, ideas, or groups

The team works in harmony to achieve their goals.

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symphony
22.
sym
pho
ny
Noun

a long and sophisticated musical composition written for a large orchestra, in three or four movements

The orchestra's rendition of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony was truly captivating.

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melody
23.
me
lo
dy
Noun

the arrangement or succession of single musical notes in a tune or piece of music

The melody of the song was catchy and easily recognizable, making it a favorite among listeners.

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movement
24.
move
ment
Noun

a change in position or posture that occurs without actually relocating from one place to another

He notices the subtle movement of her hand.

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improvise
25.
imp
ro
vise
Verb

to create and perform words of a play, music, etc. on impulse and without preparation, particularly because one is forced to do so

When the actor forgot his lines, he had to improvise to keep the scene going.

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stream
26.
stream
Noun

a small and narrow river that runs on or under the earth

The stream runs through the forest and into the lake.

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hum
27.
hum
Verb

to sing a tune with closed lips

She liked to hum while she worked, finding it helped her concentrate.

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whistle
28.
whi
stle
Verb

to make a high-pitched sound by forcing air out through one's partly closed lips

The boy learned how to whistle by watching his grandfather.

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gospel
29.
gos
pel
Noun

any of the four books of the New Testament that is about the life and teachings of Jesus Christ

She studied the Gospel of Matthew in her Bible study group.

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funk
30.
funk
Noun

a style of dance music originated from African music and jazz, characterized by having a strong rhythm

The band played a funky groove that got everyone on the dance floor moving.

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brass
31.
brass
Noun

musical instruments made of brass that produce sound when blown into, such as the trumpet and trombone

The brass section of the orchestra includes instruments like the trumpet, trombone, and tuba.

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soul
32.
soul
Noun

the spiritual part of a person that is believed to be the essence of life in them

Many cultures believe that the soul continues to exist after the death of the body.

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woodwind
33.
wood
wind
Noun

any musical instrument that is usually made of wood or metal and is played by blowing, such as a flute, clarinet, etc.

The woodwind section of the orchestra includes instruments like the flute, clarinet, and oboe.

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samba
34.
sam
ba
Noun

a piece of music that is composed for a fast dance of Brazilian origin called samba

The band played an energetic samba that had everyone dancing with joy.

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percussion
35.
per
cu
ssion
Noun

any musical instrument that is played by hitting with the hand or a stick, such as cymbals, drums, etc.

The percussion section of the orchestra includes instruments like the drums, cymbals, and maracas.

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tango
36.
tan
go
Noun

a piece of music written for a South American dance called tango in which a male and female hold hands tightly and walk in the same direction

The orchestra played a passionate tango that had the dancers moving gracefully across the floor.

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