harp
Example Sentences
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“In a traditional film, people would harp on the fact that they just came from a very dark journey and that they don’t have work.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
Alice McLeod was a highly gifted and accomplished pianist who later became renowned for her mastery of the harp.
From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026
The use of the harp stood out, as did the harpsichord for Manon’s apotheosis as a courtesan in Act 3 and an organ for the church of St. Sulpice.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 17, 2026
Central to the project are the Irish harp and the qanun, a 78-string Middle Eastern instrument that is played on the lap.
From BBC • Jan. 26, 2026
Robin put on his warmest under tunic and carefully put away the little harp and all the parts and tools so that they would be safe.
From "The Door in the Wall" by Marguerite de Angeli
Vocabulary lists containing harp
Music to My Ears: Instrumental Vocab
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Musical Instruments - Introductory
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Musical Instruments - Middle School
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