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as in orchestration
a balanced, pleasing, or suitable arrangement of parts
the satisfying symphony of color in Renoir's canvases
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as in orchestra
a usually large group of musicians playing together
a performance of a Bach concerto by the San Antonio Symphony
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Recent Examples of symphony
Hartford Chorale will join the symphony.
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Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 20 Apr. 2026
This is where Hathaway’s performance comes to life, her body possessed into a symphony of slamming bones and labored breathing that give physical dimension to the power of creative force.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 14 Apr. 2026
If one egg feels too modest, pair it with their set of six Petite Praliné Easter Eggs for a full-on chocolate symphony.
—Air Mail, 4 Apr. 2026
As gray dawn seeped into the mountain woods, the wildlife symphony rang down the ridges and through the high coves.
—Charles Elliott, Outdoor Life, 2 Apr. 2026
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Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 20 Apr. 2026
This is where Hathaway’s performance comes to life, her body possessed into a symphony of slamming bones and labored breathing that give physical dimension to the power of creative force.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 14 Apr. 2026
If one egg feels too modest, pair it with their set of six Petite Praliné Easter Eggs for a full-on chocolate symphony.
—Air Mail, 4 Apr. 2026
As gray dawn seeped into the mountain woods, the wildlife symphony rang down the ridges and through the high coves.
—Charles Elliott, Outdoor Life, 2 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for symphony
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In this context, capability is only one layer; structure and orchestration begin to matter just as much.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
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Holloway, Hartman, the background singers, and the orchestration interlock so heartily that the affirmation searched for at the song’s start arrives.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
11 May 2026
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The enthralling ballistic orchestra of internal-combustion engines provide the dramatic soundtrack to a motoring scene nothing short of cinematic.—
Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
11 May 2026
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Archuleta was joined on the stage at UCLA’s Royce Hall by his co-writers Sophie Rose and Michael Blum, after Rose performed the track with the backing of a full live orchestra.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
7 May 2026
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Cutting them up based on size, shape, or symmetry can lead to rotting and disease.—
Asia London Palomba,
The Spruce,
11 May 2026
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Put formal back into formal living rooms by aiming for symmetry with your design.—
Macie Stump,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
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It will be conducted by Gustavo Dudamel, who’s coming on as the philharmonic’s music and artistic director.—
Stacey Vanek Smith,
Bloomberg,
20 Mar. 2026
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But the orchestra couldn’t afford to continue playing there, and the philharmonic moved to cheaper accommodations at nearby First Baptist Church and ultimately the Scottish Rite Cathedral.—
Scott Cantrell,
Dallas Morning News,
17 Feb. 2026
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And then shifting chords where the harmonies overlap, so there’s a moment of dissonance.—
Justin Davidson,
Vulture,
15 May 2026
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In one breathtaking sequence, the waves of the ocean, of the bark lines of the tree, and of Kristen’s hair all swirl together through the harmony of a connected world.—
Marya E. Gates,
IndieWire,
13 May 2026
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But last month, as Iran’s chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz disrupted exports from other nations, that proportion surged to 18%, Xu said.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
12 May 2026
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The study by loan marketplace LendingTree analyzed data from the Federal Highway Administration to rank each state by its proportion of miles in poor condition — pocked by potholes and uneven pavement, among other hazards.—
Rose Evans
May 11,
Idaho Statesman,
11 May 2026
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The domino effect of playing Rice out of position and bringing on Martin Zubimendi left Arsenal’s right side vulnerable and impacted their attacking balance.—
Art de Roché,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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Meanwhile, central banks must find a balance between boosting growth and combating inflation, while uneven monetary policy among countries could trigger greater regional inequality.—
Stephanie Yang,
CNN Money,
12 May 2026
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“Symphony.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/symphony. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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