drum
Example Sentences
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“Ups & Downs” is an instrumental with a droning keyboard—perhaps a harmonium—along with a clarinet and clattering percussion that sounds like a drum kit being slowly unpacked from its case.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
The singer also made good use out of her space bedrooms, with one utilized as a music room, complete with a funky patterned couch, a keyboard, and a drum kit.
From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026
Don’t let the traditional flower drum she totes around fool you.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
Fintech firm Clear Street pulled the plug on its IPO plans in February after failing to drum up enough interest, blaming market volatility.
From Barron's • May 17, 2026
She hits the word “do” as hard as my friend Jade hits the cymbal at the end of a drum solo.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
Vocabulary lists containing drum
Musical Instruments - Introductory
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Musical Instruments - Middle School
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Musical Instruments - High School
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