the orchestra

noun

US
: a group of seats in a theater that are close to the stage

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In many ways, the orchestra is the perfect metaphor for the relationship between the individual and society. The Learning Network, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2025 Gregson-Williams recorded the main score at Abbey Road Studios, and when the time came to conduct the orchestra for Lucius’ big moment, Hans Zimmer watched and listened in on Zoom. Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 7 Jan. 2025 Now, 28 years later, Bunton has revisited the R&B tune, accompanied by the orchestra's string section for a cozy rendition. Marina Watts, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024 Alexander broadened the orchestra's music selection. Kelly Meyerhofer, Journal Sentinel, 18 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for the orchestra 

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“The orchestra.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20orchestra. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.

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