brass
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A rare decade-long interlude starting in 2011 saw the top brass loosen their grip and Suu Kyi's civilian government tentatively take the reins in a burst of optimism and reform.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
He thought back to the brass bands of his youth, and the result was 1967’s “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
He goes in for proclamatory melody, each note an event, when punched out by brass and lower string like hammering spikes in the ground.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026
Authorities gave no explanation for the ousters but they come as China's purges of military top brass have picked up pace in recent weeks.
From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026
Aries blocked their path, his furry hands on his hips and brass spectacles sitting on his button nose.
From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton
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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