wordless
Example Sentences
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The Familiar’s wordless, expressive design is charming precisely because it signals emotional attunement.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 23, 2026
The conclusion, a wordless moment between father and daughter set to the strains of Bach played on a broken pipe organ, was the most devastating passage of the entire festival.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 22, 2026
The wordless vocal refrain bears a resemblance to Leo Sayer’s 1976 hit “You Make Me Feel Like Dancing,” and that’s one catchy hook alongside several others.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 3, 2026
The Jewish composer recalled the niguns — wordless, improvised prayers — that he grew up hearing in synagogue, and he drew on that sense memory.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 24, 2025
“It’s ... I’ve never—” He struggled, wordless for a moment, then bowed his head and began to cry hopelessly into his hands.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
