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classical

[klas-i-kuhl] / ˈklæs ɪ kəl /




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"At the beginning, it was difficult to place them in a specific era because they featured traits that recalled both Late Roman models and potential medieval pieces inspired by classical traditions," he said.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

Kim’s thin outlines and gentle washes clearly bear the influence of nihonga, the stylized, modern version of classical Japanese painting that he studied in Tokyo.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Before Ilaiyaraaja, a lot of film music was rooted in Indian classical music.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

The 15-track album blends Western pop and hip-hop with traditional Indian classical instruments like the sitar and sarod.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026

Faced with achievements that seemed to have no classical parallel, Alberti nevertheless felt obliged to express himself with great caution: ‘surely’, ‘if I am not mistaken’, ‘probably’.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton




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