R&B

American  

Or r&b,

1. rhythm and blues.

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R & B British  

abbreviation

1. rhythm and blues

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Example Sentences

“In many ways, he is a pioneer in the same light as R&B artists and hip-hop artists back in the day and athletes like Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant,” Younes said of Karp.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

The project, released just before Coachella, blended a diverse range of rhythms such as pop, Brazilian funk, R&B and bossa nova -- a mix that, for Sonza, is the essence of Brazil.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

But it appeared the wait was worth it as the record shot to number three in the UK Album Charts, making them the highest-charting British R&B girl group in 23 years.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Coco Jones, who also appears on the album — the two sing a slinky duet called “Sideways” — says Puth impressed her with his deep knowledge of R&B history.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

Before Khalil, I planned to cold-shoulder Chris with a sting more powerful than a nineties R&B breakup song.

From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas