serenade

Example Sentences

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We lie quietly, staring at the crisped wooden beams of the loft, serenaded by the flap and flutter of the pigeons in their cages.

From Literature

At the very least, there is every reason to ignore the stale serenade of the bank lobby that any regulation will only hurt the people we are trying to help.

From Los Angeles Times

A teenager's dream came true after her favourite singer serenaded her in front of thousands of people and helped raise awareness of a medical condition.

From BBC

Its descending bass line, colored by Fender Rhodes piano and Mr. Frampton’s tender vocals, result in a soulful serenade: “Wanna be with you night and day / Ooh, baby, I love your way.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Semenyo, who was celebrating his 26th birthday, was given a standing ovation when he was substituted moments after his winner before being serenaded by Bournemouth supporters following the fairytale ending.

From Barron's