samba
Example Sentences
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Rio de Janeiro's annual carnival parade competition continued its tradition of vibrant dance and colour, with samba school Viradouro taking the crown for its tribute to its legendary drum director.
From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026
Watching the rehearsal, Adriano Santos, a 43-year-old social worker from the Rocinha favela, said the samba school was "being brave, innovative."
From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026
This contribution is part of a budget that benefits all 12 of the samba schools taking part in the main parade equally.
From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026
During Carnival in February, Florianópolis has its own samba schools and parades.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 6, 2025
As my samba music filled the arena, the crowd began to clap in time with the beat.
From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles
Vocabulary lists containing samba
South America - Middle School
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South America - Introductory
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South America - High School
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