carnival

Example Sentences

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Having inspired some of the greatest classical composers including Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Pyotr Tchaikovsky, the polonaise remains timeless, still opening the Vienna Opera Ball in carnival season.

From Seattle Times

Elsewhere, at New York’s Saranac Lake, a palace constructed from thousands of blocks of ice was closed during the winter carnival Saturday due to safety concerns as it melted away.

From Seattle Times

Confetti sprayed, the band began playing a catchy tune and the crowd sang along: “John Travolta is really cool. Throwing a great party. And in Olinda, the best carnival.”

From New York Times

A huge collection of lost images reveals the history of Rio de Janeiro’s carnival.

From New York Times

The incident happened just days before Trinidad and Tobago's carnival celebrations, which are an important source of income for its economy.

From BBC