recital
noun
re·cit·al
ri-ˈsī-tᵊl 
1
a
: a detailed account : enumeration
a recital of names and dates
b
: the act or process or an instance of reciting
2
a
: a concert given by an individual musician or dancer or by a dance troupe
b
: a public exhibition of skill given by music or dance pupils
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This dress features soft, stretchy fabric that’s breathable enough for summer, plus a square neckline and color-block trim to give it a polished feel that works for everything from dance recitals to vacation sightseeing.
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Aashna Gheewalla, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
Steinway salesrooms, offices, and storage were based in the building for decades, along with a 240-seat recital hall that was in operation between 1925 and the beginning of World War II, before being converted into office space.
—Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 11 May 2026
Mothers show up for their families in countless ways — planning milestone birthdays, traveling across the world for surprise reunions, cheering at school recitals and creating homes filled with love.
—Ronnie Li, USA Today, 10 May 2026
Although Burning Ambition tells Iron Maiden’s story, moments like Bardem’s recital demonstrate why the band has its diehard fanbase.
—Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 29 Apr. 2026
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Aashna Gheewalla, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
Steinway salesrooms, offices, and storage were based in the building for decades, along with a 240-seat recital hall that was in operation between 1925 and the beginning of World War II, before being converted into office space.
—Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 11 May 2026
Mothers show up for their families in countless ways — planning milestone birthdays, traveling across the world for surprise reunions, cheering at school recitals and creating homes filled with love.
—Ronnie Li, USA Today, 10 May 2026
Although Burning Ambition tells Iron Maiden’s story, moments like Bardem’s recital demonstrate why the band has its diehard fanbase.
—Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 29 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for recital
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“Recital.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/recital. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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recital
noun
re·cit·al
ri-ˈsīt-ᵊl
1
: a reciting of something
especially
: a story told in detail
2
: a program of music usually given by a single performer
a piano recital
3
: a public performance by music or dance pupils
Legal Definition
recital
noun
re·ci·tal
ri-ˈsīt-ᵊl
: a formal statement or setting forth of some relevant matter of fact in a deed or other document
Note: A recital is often preceded by whereas.
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