sea shanty
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Despite the archaic language, it has the simplicity of a sea shanty.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 16, 2026
The sea shanty, the music was written by C.J.
From Salon ● Dec. 20, 2024
By contrast, “Gangplank Galleon,” which accompanies the game’s climactic pirate ship boss fight, begins in the frisky style of an accordion-led sea shanty.
From New York Times ● Nov. 19, 2024
In response to one of his songs, a follower asked him to do a sea shanty called Leave Her Johnny.
From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2023
A boat trip and a farewell reception involving musical performances, including by a Beatles cover band and a sea shanty group, will round off the king’s visit.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 31, 2023
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