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as in poem
a composition using rhythm and often rhyme to create a lyrical effect
composed a short verse for his mother's birthday
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as in poetry
writing that uses rhythm, vivid language, and often rhyme to provoke an emotional response
skilled at verse
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as in to tell
to give information to
while in prison, he versed himself in the rights of the incarcerated
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Recent Examples of verse
Oline H. Cogdill, Sun Sentinel, 20 July 2025
Cobain delivered one of the best features on Bieber’s latest album, released on July 11, the highest-profile moment in the rapper’s career so far, with Cobain taking the opening verse on Swag’s title track.
—Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 19 July 2025
Unexpectedly, he's been taking it upon himself to continue quoting verses, stepping into the role of a preacher.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 July 2025
As the rapper twerks and lip-syncs to her verse, Bieber kisses her on the temple before joining her in grooving to the track.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 11 July 2025
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Noun
The case takes a turn when more people who seem to have nothing in common are poisoned, each of whom possessed a red envelope containing similar verses.
—Oline H. Cogdill, Sun Sentinel, 20 July 2025
Cobain delivered one of the best features on Bieber’s latest album, released on July 11, the highest-profile moment in the rapper’s career so far, with Cobain taking the opening verse on Swag’s title track.
—Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 19 July 2025
Unexpectedly, he's been taking it upon himself to continue quoting verses, stepping into the role of a preacher.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 July 2025
As the rapper twerks and lip-syncs to her verse, Bieber kisses her on the temple before joining her in grooving to the track.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for verse
Noun
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Like a poem, happiness is under no onus to mean something other than itself.—
Matthew Carey Salyer,
Forbes.com,
17 July 2025
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The truth is that Korby won Christine over with kindness and a Pablo Neruda poem.—
Keith Phipps,
Vulture,
17 July 2025
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Coal miners have a long tradition creating poetry and music related to their job, settlement officials said.—
Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
11 July 2025
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Here’s a special selection of fantastic novels from Kenyan authors representing fresh perspectives on the human condition across poetry, fiction and nonfiction.—
Wanjeri Gakuru
July 11,
Literary Hub,
11 July 2025
Verb
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The film tells the powerful true story of a blind Native American man who helped save lives during the Oklahoma City bombing.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
26 July 2025
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Popular jewelry designer Kendra Scott plans to marry Zac Brown, Scott told People.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
26 July 2025
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His son, Ralph Taylor III, who was autistic and communicated mostly by song, died on the floor of the bedroom.—
Ashley Luthern,
jsonline.com,
24 July 2025
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Many viewers criticized the artist for relying too heavily on the audience to carry the song.—
Daysia Tolentino,
EW.com,
23 July 2025
Verb
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Post-Earnings Positioning: Conversely, traders can wait for the earnings announcement and then evaluate the relationship between immediate and medium-term returns to inform their subsequent trading actions.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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For over 50 years, Travel + Leisure has informed and inspired millions of travelers, offering practical advice, essential travel news, and personal narratives from our network of on-the-ground writers around the world.—
Jamie Hergenrader,
Travel + Leisure,
15 July 2025
Verb
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Most importantly, devote time to internal training, briefing key brand representatives and team members on your strategies.—
Jenna Guarneri,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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But according to sources briefed on the team's plans, that stance is subject to change.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 July 2025
Verb
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Millions of people across the United States have been advised to limit outdoors activity amid concerns over high air pollution levels.—
Matthew Robinson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 July 2025
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Redmond advises measuring the length, width, and height of your space, then determining where your sofa will be situated.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 July 2025
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“Verse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/verse. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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