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arts

British  
/ ɑːts /

plural noun

    1. imaginative, creative, and nonscientific branches of knowledge considered collectively, esp as studied academically

    2. ( as modifier )

      an arts degree

  1. See fine art

  2. cunning or crafty actions or plots; schemes

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In the forge they greeted Ollie Jones, 21, and watched him make a hook before going to the centre's performing arts space to see schoolchildren perform Welsh songs.

From BBC

She wants there to be more "respect and regard" for the arts because, she said, "being creative and making art is a beautiful thing".

From BBC

The actor, who studied performing arts at Wyke College in the city and attended Hull Truck Theatre, broke down in tears on stage and said afterwards: "It totally blows my mind."

From BBC

He prides himself on doing the shoe-leather work of looking for fresh, compelling faces in cities where others might not think to look — those without a prominent arts scene, for instance.

From Los Angeles Times

This fourth Reconstruction will require substantial investments in public education, arts and civic organizations.

From Salon