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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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The festival highlights traditional dances and musical performances, and, of course, altars.Christian Orozco, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2024
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This is evident in its dance troupes, which incorporate traditional elements into their costumes.Arath Zumaya Muñoz, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2024
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Relatedly, the 46-year-old operated with the authoritative confidence, innate effortlessness and unruffled smoothness of an artist who knows his mix of talent, staying power and legacy constitute a rarity in the world of modern R&B.Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 29 Oct. 2024
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No single person or entity like a bank would be in charge of keeping what would be considered the authoritative record.Laura Shin, TIME, 29 Oct. 2024
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The Museum of Fine Arts exhibition includes a 1st century Roman statue of Minerva, wearing her customary helmet and breastplate.Jonathon Keats, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
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Understanding that Congress would never have consented to spend that much public money in this manner, the White House has sought at every point to ensure that its conduct was excluded from the customary constitutional processes.The Editors, National Review, 24 Oct. 2024
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How To Play Strands The New York Times’ Strands puzzle is a play on the classic word search.Kris Holt, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
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The popular gastropub features classic bar fare with artisanal offerings like flatbread pizzas and entrée salads.Bradley Hohulin, The Indianapolis Star, 29 Oct. 2024
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None of the shows will be in locations that look like a conventional gallery space.Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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While Trump has been a vocal supporter of conventional oil & gas companies, Harris has sided with renewable energy companies.Trefis Team, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Classical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/classical. Accessed 10 Nov. 2024.
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