Example Sentences

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The song fuses Tamil folk music, Carnatic traditions, Western classical fugue and polka, with shifting tempos and finger snaps linking its contrasting sections.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Investors must contemplate the potential of violent price fluctuations if the shipping industry fails to quickly return to normal tempos.

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

It's known for focusing on traditions of faith and hope - with Christian praise voices delivered through upbeat tempos, clapping choirs and powerful solos.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

This fall, the company launched 30 product updates that included “lossless” audio and playlist mixing, in which users can add transitions and match tempos between songs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 4, 2025

When possible, listening to a professional play the piece can help with tempo decisions, but it is also reasonable for different performers to prefer slightly different tempos for the same piece.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones