triplets

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Although technically written in 4/4 time, the piano and percussion play eighth-note triplets throughout, creating a soothing, hypnotic effect.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

A man who won ITV's Tipping Point says there was "no way" he and his wife would have had their triplets through IVF without the cash prize.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

Singh worked and lived at the temple with his wife and their 6-month-old triplets, said temple spokesperson Deep Singh, who is not related to the victim.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

In the movie, Shrek and Fiona have triplets - named Fergus, Farkle and Felicia.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

Afterwards, the triplets started singing again, but this time they treated Miles to a nice round of “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch.”

From "Made You Up" by Francesca Zappia