Muses

Cultural  

1. Nine goddesses of classical mythology who presided over learning and the arts. They were especially associated with poetry. Ancient Greek or Roman writers would often begin their poems by asking for the aid of the Muses in their composition.

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Writers and artists to this day speak of their “muse,” meaning their source of inspiration.

Example Sentences

In 2025, the 240-capacity venue staged shows by indie heroes like Gruff Rhys, King Creosote and Throwing Muses - as well as the last-ever show by US folk singer Peggy Seeger.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

At Thursday’s Muses parade, glittery hand-decorated shoes were souvenirs.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 9, 2024

The Muses have since evolved into one overarching "muse" that serves as a source of inspiration.

From Salon • Oct. 23, 2022

I’m holding space for the Muses to come and go wherever they want to take us… even if it’s somewhere across the galaxy.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2022

They were a practical people and they did not care about “Violet-tressed Muses who inspire song,” or “Lyric Apollo making sweet melodies upon his golden lyre,” or anything of that sort.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton