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noun

Definition of tunesnext
plural of tune
as in melodies
a rhythmic series of musical tones arranged to give a pleasing effect hummed a little tune while I sorted the laundry

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tunes

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verb

present tense third-person singular of tune
as in keys

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  1. melodies
  2. songs
  3. adapts
Noun
  • In the same era, Wayne also contributed to the ambitious The Plan, a concept album exploring the family’s Mormon faith through intricate melodies and progressive rock influences.
    Darryn King, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
  • As Andrew Lloyd Webber’s go-to orchestrator during some of the composer’s most creative years, Cullen has translated many of the composer’s most arresting melodies into lush, full-bodied and evocative orchestral music.
    Darryn King, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of melodies
Noun
  • Begin by pitching your songs to smaller, independent playlists or by contacting curators directly.
    Justin Grome, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
  • Getting your songs featured on playlists—whether curated by Spotify editors or created by users—can significantly increase your streams and introduce your music to new listeners.
    Justin Grome, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of songs
Verb
  • Regular assessment of system performance, collection of user feedback and identification of optimization areas can help ensure the ERP consistently delivers value and adapts to evolving operational requirements.
    Cory McNeley, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
  • This woefully misunderstood chick flick adapts seasonal George Michael lyrics into a bizarre romance.
    Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 25 Dec. 2024
Definition of adapts
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“Tunes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tunes. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.

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