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as in swaying
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as in jaunty
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Recent Examples of lilting
Pete Hammond, Deadline, 1 Oct. 2024
And yet, this lilting tale’s blink-and-you’ll-miss-it brevity proves inseparable from the lasting power of its punch-to-the-gut impact.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 1 Oct. 2024
There's a clear influence from the pace and tone of heist movies like Michael Mann's Thief and the more lilting cinematography of True Detective.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 10 Sep. 2024
The score is often subtle, even melodic and lilting.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 1 Sep. 2024
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The production design from Jennifer Williams also hits the mark perfectly, and veteran composer Thomas Newman not only contributes another lilting score, but also a haunting song (with lyrics by Palacio) sung by the young stars, as well as over the end credits.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 1 Oct. 2024
And yet, this lilting tale’s blink-and-you’ll-miss-it brevity proves inseparable from the lasting power of its punch-to-the-gut impact.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 1 Oct. 2024
There's a clear influence from the pace and tone of heist movies like Michael Mann's Thief and the more lilting cinematography of True Detective.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 10 Sep. 2024
The score is often subtle, even melodic and lilting.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 1 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lilting
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Tall or flat, solid or patterned, close-knit or wide-brimmed: Fall’s jauntiest accessory is also its most dazzlingly variable.Sean Thomas, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2024
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By summer’s end, Luke won the award for most dedicated student. UCLA Sports DeShaun Foster pokes fun at himself as UCLA opens preseason camp with a jaunty vibe July 31, 2024 He’s already risen from humble football beginnings.Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 13 Aug. 2024
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Travis will be joined by his original touring band along with singer James Dupré for a journey through his musical catalog, including 16 chart-topping classics.Sean Clancy, arkansasonline.com, 9 Jan. 2025
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Washington — Jimmy Carter's funeral service was held at the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, where the former president was honored with tributes and through musical selections and performances.Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2025
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Her voluminous silhouettes take up space and demand to be noticed, as do her sprightly florals or upbeat silky pastels.Christian Allaire, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2024
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For the track, Kendrick jumping jacks over a track that turns a Debbie Deb classic into a sprightly hyphy anthem.Peter A. Berry, Variety, 24 Nov. 2024
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Trillions of chirpy, red-eyed periodical cicadas emerged from underground in a rare double emergence event.Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 25 Dec. 2024
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In Happy-Go-Lucky, Sally Hawkins plays Poppy, the world’s most cheerful, generous elementary-school teacher, a chirpy songbird in human form.Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 9 Dec. 2024
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There’s lively interplay with Rick Rosato on bass and Jonathan Pinson on drums.Giovanni Russonello, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2025
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Given its flavor and sensory profiles, Barbera is an ideal selection at lunch, especially as its lively acidity cuts through the fatty qualities of all types of salumi.Tom Hyland, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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The propulsive beat sounds instantly club bound (Mike Dean co-produced), and Scott sounds especially comfortable, rapping a perky, proficient verse.Alex Suskind, Vulture, 4 Dec. 2024
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Engaging, delightfully lively with perky acidity and soft tannins.Tom Mullen, Forbes, 29 Sep. 2024
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The tight coverage, paired with a humming pass rush, bothered Love, who had entered the game on a hot streak.The Athletic NFL Staff, The Athletic, 29 Dec. 2024
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But innovation has been humming along and the new year is likely to bring a fresh round of drug approvals and launches that could push stocks higher, analysts say.Christina Cheddar Berk, CNBC, 29 Dec. 2024
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The outward-facing woman was self-effacing and gracious and vivacious, a compassionate listener.Rachel Aviv, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
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Her outfits were downright aspirational: vivid reds, gorgeous greens and other vivacious tones and textures breathed life into Wise’s character.Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 22 Dec. 2024
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“Lilting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lilting. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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