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genre

[zhahn-ruh, zhahn-ruh] / ˈʒɑn rə, ˈʒɑ̃ rə /


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This theatricality has become another earmark of the speakeasy genre.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Cumbia music -- Maradona's favorite genre -- blares from speakers.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

"Last Flag" bears visual similarities to the genre juggernaut "Fortnite", but the Reynolds say their title stands out from the pack with a focus on playing the objective -- not simply eliminating opponents.

From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026

One big event returns this year after a seven-year hiatus, and you can probably find your match whatever genre of music you like.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Epic in scope, violence, and imagination, Deathstorm is a new benchmark in the fantasy genre and cements forever G. M. Pennington’s status as the American Tolkien.

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner




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