1
: a composition in verse
2
: something suggesting a poem (as in expressiveness, lyricism, or formal grace)
the house we stayed in … was itself a poem—
H. J. Laski
H. J. Laski
Examples of poem in a Sentence
He wrote a poem about his parents.
your assignment is to write two poems about springtime
Recent Examples on the Web
The group left with their poem, headed back to their classes.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA TODAY, 23 Apr. 2024
Exposures showcases the creative link between Brolin and Director of Photography Greig Fraser, and includes Fraser’s candid photos from working on the set interspersed with poems by Brolin.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, Peoplemag, 22 Apr. 2024
Tucker has introduced friends to the hotline and often shares the poems with her children.
—Julia Binswanger, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Apr. 2024
Swift also included a poem of her own in the physical release.
—Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 19 Apr. 2024
The Fleetwood Mac frontwoman penned a poem dedicated to Swift, as printed inside the CD casings of the 16-track record.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 19 Apr. 2024
That's right: When fans crack open their vinyl or CD copy of The Tortured Poets Department, they will be treated to an introductory poem by the Fleetwood Mac legend in its insert.
—Lauren Huff, EW.com, 19 Apr. 2024
This poem reflects a deep longing for Iran, mentioning various cities and regions while also alluding to the sacrifices and spiritual heritage of the Baha’i faith.
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2024
Its title comes from a poem by the Oglala Lakota writer Layli Long Soldier.
—Jillian Steinhauer, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2024
Phaedra Trethan, USA TODAY, 23 Apr. 2024
Exposures showcases the creative link between Brolin and Director of Photography Greig Fraser, and includes Fraser’s candid photos from working on the set interspersed with poems by Brolin.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, Peoplemag, 22 Apr. 2024
Tucker has introduced friends to the hotline and often shares the poems with her children.
—Julia Binswanger, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Apr. 2024
Swift also included a poem of her own in the physical release.
—Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 19 Apr. 2024
The Fleetwood Mac frontwoman penned a poem dedicated to Swift, as printed inside the CD casings of the 16-track record.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 19 Apr. 2024
That's right: When fans crack open their vinyl or CD copy of The Tortured Poets Department, they will be treated to an introductory poem by the Fleetwood Mac legend in its insert.
—Lauren Huff, EW.com, 19 Apr. 2024
This poem reflects a deep longing for Iran, mentioning various cities and regions while also alluding to the sacrifices and spiritual heritage of the Baha’i faith.
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2024
Its title comes from a poem by the Oglala Lakota writer Layli Long Soldier.
—Jillian Steinhauer, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2024
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“Poem.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/poem. Accessed 28 Apr. 2024.
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