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as in poem
a composition using rhythm and often rhyme to create a lyrical effect
composed a short verse for his mother's birthday
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as in poetry
writing that uses rhythm, vivid language, and often rhyme to provoke an emotional response
skilled at verse
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as in to tell
to give information to
while in prison, he versed himself in the rights of the incarcerated
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Recent Examples of verse
Adam Bradley D’angelo Lovell Williams Milton David Dixon Iii, New York Times, 18 Feb. 2025
Richard Sherman died in May 2024 at the age of 95, but not before writing a third and final verse intended to debut in honor of the 60th anniversary of the song.
—Gretchen Eichenberg, Fox News, 15 Feb. 2025
Eisen’s version shows not the shrine but a nearby clearing, a still pool of water, and a stone slab displaying a verse by the Edo poet Matsuo Bashō.
—Hannah Walhout, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2025
Once the beat settles in, Smith takes over, delivering verses that yearn for that explosion of love and affection (even if sometimes there’s a little pain involved).
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 14 Feb. 2025
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Noun
The song enacts her process of finding power, as her voice moves from rapid-fire chants in the verses to soaring melodies in the chorus.
—Adam Bradley D’angelo Lovell Williams Milton David Dixon Iii, New York Times, 18 Feb. 2025
Richard Sherman died in May 2024 at the age of 95, but not before writing a third and final verse intended to debut in honor of the 60th anniversary of the song.
—Gretchen Eichenberg, Fox News, 15 Feb. 2025
Eisen’s version shows not the shrine but a nearby clearing, a still pool of water, and a stone slab displaying a verse by the Edo poet Matsuo Bashō.
—Hannah Walhout, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2025
Once the beat settles in, Smith takes over, delivering verses that yearn for that explosion of love and affection (even if sometimes there’s a little pain involved).
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 14 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for verse
Noun
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Based on the ancient Greek epic poem from Homer, The Odyssey follows Odysseus, a man on a mission to return home to his family after fighting in the Trojan War.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
19 Feb. 2025
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An epic poem from Homer, the original literary classic explored themes of heroism, loyalty, cunning and the struggle against divine will, featuring stories like Odysseus’ encounters with the Cyclops Polyphemus, the Sirens and the witch-goddess Circe, culminating in a reunion with his wife Penelope.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
18 Feb. 2025
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After years of working as a professional artist—traveling for speaking engagements, creating interactive poetry installations, and consulting on the power of creativity—Pruitt-Gaines found herself at a crossroads.—
Amanda Miller Littlejohn,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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Come to One Mike Detroit for a pop-up night of poetry, music and comedy.—
Annalise Frank,
Axios,
20 Feb. 2025
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His home was reportedly raided by the FBI on Wednesday, a family member told TMZ, but said Hantz left the Bandidos gang last year.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
20 Feb. 2025
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Iqra’s father, a 45-year-old farmer named Sana Ullah, told the BBC that the 13-year-old was working for the Shafiq family because Ullah was in debt.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
19 Feb. 2025
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Not necessarily protest songs, but snapshots of a certain time, nevertheless.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
1 Mar. 2025
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Victoria seemed to be pointing out that the song, which pays homage to Versace, likely has a different meaning than what David intended to express for his son.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
1 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Sources, speaking on the condition of anonymity, have said that the players have been informed of the decision.—
Jordan Campbell,
The Athletic,
23 Feb. 2025
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They were informed earlier this week that their superstar center, Victor Wembanyama, is ruled out for the rest of the season due to a blood clot in his right shoulder.—
Mark Joseph,
Newsweek,
23 Feb. 2025
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No Ukrainian leaders were in the room for the meeting, held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, much less other Europeans, although Mr. Rubio called several foreign ministers afterward to brief them.—
Peter Baker,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2025
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At this point, multiple sources briefed on the investigation told The Athletic, the WTA had finalised its report.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
The Athletic,
18 Feb. 2025
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Community bankers are advocating for fewer regulations, while Federal Reserve officials advise a balance between consumer protection and economic growth.—
Russ Wiles,
USA TODAY,
24 Feb. 2025
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But several national security agencies, including the FBI, and multiple other federal departments advised staffers not to respond to the email immediately, suggesting that the broader executive branch was not informed of nor prepared for the demand.—
Andrew Torgan,
CNN,
23 Feb. 2025
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“Verse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/verse. Accessed 6 Mar. 2025.
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