phrases

Example Sentences

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Over the years, Minogue has spoken about the Welsh side of her family and has said performing in Cardiff is always extra special, as she even knows a few phrases in Welsh.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026

Beatty’s lyrics are filled with strong images and evocative phrases — the paint chipping off a “white picket dream” in the new album’s “Fleur de Lis,” for instance.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026

Hook phrases were used to capture viewers’ attention.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 21, 2026

The ads use implicit phrases and censored visuals in an attempt to avoid moderation, Patane found.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 14, 2026

Often the phrases in a melody will run into each other, cut each other short, or overlap.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones