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choir

noun

ˈkwī(-ə)r

Definition of choir

as in chorus

an organized group of singers joined the choir for next year

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Recent Examples of choir People who just saw the robot clips missed a children’s choir, 80 dancers and a commercial for Meta glasses starring the model Imaan Hammam. — Shane O’Neill, Washington Post, 25 Sep. 2026 His mother directed a children's choir, and his brother played music professionally. — Alexa Liacko, CBS News, 21 Sep. 2026 The event opened with a joyous performance by Pharrell Williams and the Voices of Fire gospel choir, followed by remarks by Hobson, Lucas and more. — Angeline Jane Bernabe, ABC News, 21 Sep. 2026 Several fellow choir members consider attending a memorial service for Margaret in Detroit, when one is planned. — Nicole Avery Nichols, Freep.com, 11 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for choir

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chorus

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Where a chorus should hit, nearly everything drops out, leaving behind those drums to face off against the steady, impersonal rumble of a sub-bass.

— Sadie Sartini Garner, Pitchfork, 4 Oct. 2026
Panels also featured decorations that included hearts, rainbows, sequins, a Star of David, a chef’s hat, a chorus line of dancers, teddy bears, and a panda.

— René Ostberg, Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Oct. 2026

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