1
as in traditional
based on customs usually handed down from a previous generation
the classical preparation of a ham for Easter
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as in authoritative
being the most accurate and apparently thorough
a writer celebrated for his classical profiles of eminent Victorians
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Lynne was inspired to write the song by Wood’s idea for a project that would pick up where the Beatles left off, merging rock and classical arrangements.
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Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 20 Oct. 2024
The party began with as series of spontaneous performances from guests, including Vodianova’s son Viktor, who played two classical pieces on the grand piano; Skin from Skunk Anansie; DJ Davide Quillace; drag artist Violet Chachki; and model Loli Bahia.
—Laura Tortora, Vogue, 19 Oct. 2024
An expansive courtyard provides 180-degree views of its classical facade.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 19 Oct. 2024
Correspondent David Pogue looks into the history of Gershwin's first major work, a piece that melded jazz, classical and orchestral music, and became a fixture of American culture.
—David Morgan, CBS News, 18 Oct. 2024
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Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 20 Oct. 2024
The party began with as series of spontaneous performances from guests, including Vodianova’s son Viktor, who played two classical pieces on the grand piano; Skin from Skunk Anansie; DJ Davide Quillace; drag artist Violet Chachki; and model Loli Bahia.
—Laura Tortora, Vogue, 19 Oct. 2024
An expansive courtyard provides 180-degree views of its classical facade.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 19 Oct. 2024
Correspondent David Pogue looks into the history of Gershwin's first major work, a piece that melded jazz, classical and orchestral music, and became a fixture of American culture.
—David Morgan, CBS News, 18 Oct. 2024
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“Classical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/classical. Accessed 4 Nov. 2024.
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