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a melody in an opera sung by one person
the soprano's magnificent aria
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The one-legged protagonist (sung by a two-legged tenor) is a man of limited mobility who tends to clump on deck and deliver his arias, so the frantic movement that takes place around him becomes essential.
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Justin Davidson, Vulture, 4 Mar. 2025
Stepping in last minute for an ailing Luciano Pavarotti, the Queen of Soul stood by patiently as the orchestra played the swelling notes of the Italian aria before turning to the mic and unleashing that voice.
—Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY, 30 Jan. 2025
The songwriter and classical-crossover recording artist will sing Italian arias, pop standards and his original compositions.
—Richard Johnson, New York Daily News, 23 Feb. 2025
After the king orders Eva’s execution by burning at the stake, Eva starts to sing an aria.
—Angelica Frey, JSTOR Daily, 21 Jan. 2025
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Justin Davidson, Vulture, 4 Mar. 2025
Stepping in last minute for an ailing Luciano Pavarotti, the Queen of Soul stood by patiently as the orchestra played the swelling notes of the Italian aria before turning to the mic and unleashing that voice.
—Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY, 30 Jan. 2025
The songwriter and classical-crossover recording artist will sing Italian arias, pop standards and his original compositions.
—Richard Johnson, New York Daily News, 23 Feb. 2025
After the king orders Eva’s execution by burning at the stake, Eva starts to sing an aria.
—Angelica Frey, JSTOR Daily, 21 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aria
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Billy Joel's documentary digs deep into past with poignancy – but he's 'not finished yet' Culture Club film delves into history filled with drama, Boy George, love and drugs ‘Walk of Fame’ The most compelling track on an album full of soaring choruses now has an equally absorbing video.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
8 June 2025
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The post prompted a chorus of amusing responses from commenters.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
7 June 2025
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Cackling with glee, in a top hat with golden demon horns poking through it, Daymond’s Malvolio has the characters compete against one another in physical challenges — like trying to pop balloons by slamming their butts down on them while a teammate holds them in place, ready for the squashing.—
James Grebey,
Rolling Stone,
13 June 2025
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The audience seemed to agree, welcoming the over-the-top action sequences, Pemberton’s insights about the soundtrack – and especially the news about that scandalous Maron-Lyonne banter – with glee.—
Marta Balaga,
Variety,
11 June 2025
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Three years later, the follow-up, Caroline 2, expands outward in every direction, pairing scraggy, strummed chorales with heart-on-sleeve mantras and distorted furore.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
30 May 2025
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The 70-voice chorale will be accompanied by an organist and a chamber orchestra.—
Melinda Moore,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2025
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The Poker Face actress then descended the stage to the crowd, getting the likes of Kristin Chenoweth and Adam Lambert to contribute vocals to the ballad.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
8 June 2025
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The main difference is the quality of Swift’s vocals, which had improved dramatically in the thirteen years between the initial release and the rerecording.—
Tyler Foggatt,
New Yorker,
8 June 2025
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The England fans, desperate for a good time, started working their way through a repertoire of songs, including serenading Manchester City’s Phil Foden, who was not included in Tuchel’s squad, and singing derogatory chants about Keir Starmer, the United Kingdom’s prime minister.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
8 June 2025
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Their voices rang out into the open-air auditorium in Hawaiian, speaking the same chants that their ancestors had spoken for centuries.—
Sara Kehaulani Goo,
The Atlantic,
6 June 2025
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The swamp soothed her as a mother might, with its cool shade and lilting lullaby.—
Bridget Crocker
June 6,
Literary Hub,
6 June 2025
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In the first photo, Taylor, 77, is seen signing copies of his pop-up lullaby children's book Sweet Baby James, which was published in 2018.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
15 May 2025
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Lehrer is an American songwriter known for penning lyrics that were frequently satirical.—
Myrna Petlicki,
Chicago Tribune,
5 June 2025
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Well, we have been known to change lyrics in the middle of a run.—
Liz Rothaus Bertrand,
Charlotte Observer,
4 June 2025
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The carol, released in 1994, leads the Global 200 for a record-extending 19th week and Global Excl.—
Gary Trust,
Billboard,
30 Dec. 2024
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The evening culminates with a tree lighting and carol singing.—
Kirby Adams,
The Courier-Journal,
15 Dec. 2024
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“Aria.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aria. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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