anthem
noun
a song, as of praise, devotion, or patriotism.
anthems
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pluralof anthem.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Mahalia Jackson’s gospel anthems and Harry Belafonte’s interpretations of calypso music took on special relevance for the civil-rights movement.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 7, 2026
One of the most recognisable singer-songwriters of the 1970s, Simon was known for her emotionally honest, piano-led pop anthems, and intricate character studies.
From BBC ● Jul. 27, 2026
And just like she promises in my summer staple, Bonnie Tyler’s huge choruses and blockbuster anthems will be ravishing us until the end of this endless night.
From Salon ● Jul. 9, 2026
Yet seeing stadiums and bars packed with Latinos wearing the jerseys of their ancestral homes and warbling their national anthems during this World Cup has been a jolt of inspiration I wasn’t expecting.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 25, 2026
The day was symbolized for me by the playing of our two national anthems, and the vision of whites singing “Nkosi Sikelel’ iAfrika” and blacks singing “Die Stem,” the old anthem of the republic.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
