belted

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In that crafted scene he lifted his chin and belted a longing Caribbean ballad, “Jamaica Farewell.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 31, 2026

At the 2024 Oscars, Ryan Gosling, reprising his role as Ken in Greta Gerwig’s 2023 movie “Barbie,” donned a bedazzled pink suit and belted the ballad “I’m Just Ken.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 28, 2026

Head could have also been caught by Carse at third man, albeit off an incredibly difficult diving chance, and belted a return catch back at off-spinner Jacks, who put down a one-hander.

From BBC • Jan. 6, 2026

Can we really have the Premier League without Mr Brightside being belted out every week?

From BBC • Jan. 4, 2026

A formidable figure she was too, in her belted smock and green breeches.

From "Matilda" by Roald Dahl