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melody

Definition for melody

noun as in tune; rhythmical succession of tones

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Example Sentences

Then, as the song’s melody went on uninterrupted, she tossed the object — seemingly a bracelet or necklace — aside and continued her performance.

Legend: Sometimes just changing the melody over the same chords can make it feel completely different.

The emotion holds center stage, backed by adamant violins and horns and sneaky melodies that vault up an octave to hit surprising notes.

When some plants are dehydrated or under some other form of stress, they cry a mournful melody made of ultrasonic clicks.

“They’re reaching for melodies from which to create new anthems of hope — false hope.”

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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