as in shortened
to make less in extent or duration
she tried to syncopate her gasp of shock
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Recent Examples of syncopated
Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 24 Sep. 2024
With its patented sound blending rock, psychedelia, folk, jazz and other genres, and Garcia’s distinctive syncopated and melodic lead guitar runs, the Grateful Dead’s music remains one of the most identifiable of any band in history.
—Randy McMullen, The Mercury News, 31 July 2024
The production showcases Niniola’s vocals in a deep, ethereal way, joining in on a syncopated build up of beats, percussion and arps.
—Danny Klein, SPIN, 21 June 2024
Five episodes in, Masters of the Air’s narrative rhythms are growing less syncopated and more, well, arrhythmic.
—Chris Klimek, Vulture, 9 Feb. 2024
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Rooted in syncopated beats and live performances, go-go has provided the soundtrack to countless DC block parties, political protests, and neighborhood gatherings.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 24 Sep. 2024
With its patented sound blending rock, psychedelia, folk, jazz and other genres, and Garcia’s distinctive syncopated and melodic lead guitar runs, the Grateful Dead’s music remains one of the most identifiable of any band in history.
—Randy McMullen, The Mercury News, 31 July 2024
The production showcases Niniola’s vocals in a deep, ethereal way, joining in on a syncopated build up of beats, percussion and arps.
—Danny Klein, SPIN, 21 June 2024
Five episodes in, Masters of the Air’s narrative rhythms are growing less syncopated and more, well, arrhythmic.
—Chris Klimek, Vulture, 9 Feb. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for syncopated
Verb
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Several previous stages of the race held before Sunday had been shortened or changed because of similar protests against Israel’s war in Gaza.—
Pau Mosquera,
CNN Money,
14 Sep. 2025
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Thanks for all the fantastic questions, some of which have been edited or shortened for clarity.—
Matt Barrows,
New York Times,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Key Takeaways Small caps lead weekly gains, Russell 2000 jumps 3.5% Jobs report shows strength, but private sector lags behind Markets calm despite tariff uncertainty and Elon Musk drama Despite the abbreviated trading week, stocks posted decent gains.—
JJ Kinahan,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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Tampa Bay’s first two Cup Final runs in that stretch came in abbreviated seasons.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Ensuring accessibility supports are fully available at every poll place has also been difficult on a condensed timeline, Ealom and Kieffer said.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
10 Sep. 2025
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Those employees could reapply for a condensed pool of positions — or take jobs as classroom teachers, to help fill vacancies.—
Cleo Krejci,
jsonline.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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That's the abridged version of the tricky nature of prosecuting a murder case without a body.—
Fox News,
Fox News,
17 Jan. 2023
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For theater owners, even the abridged period of theatrical exclusivity is considered a win.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2022
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“Syncopated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/syncopated. Accessed 19 Sep. 2025.
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