brass
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Burnley's top brass were more ambitious in the markets, signing experienced players such as Kyle Walker, but one look at Armando Broja's injury record should have told them to keep their £20m in their pocket.
From BBC • May 25, 2026
In another study, the lab found that within these shared stories, certain musical moments—a swell of brass or a new melody—triggered shared plot points.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
Live images streamed before the leaders arrived showed a jovial atmosphere, with several among the top brass of China's ruling Communist Party seen chatting and smiling with members of Trump's administration.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
It almost looks like the NBA upper brass — Adam Silver and his cohorts/consultants — have directly or indirectly “suggested” that referees simply “let ‘em play.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026
He played brass instruments: trumpet, trombone, and tuba, as well as the flute.
From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson
Vocabulary lists containing brass
Musical Instruments - Introductory
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Musical Instruments - Middle School
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Musical Instruments - High School
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