riff
noun
a melodic phrase, often constantly repeated, forming an accompaniment or part of an accompaniment for a soloist.
will riff
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future tenseof riff.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
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In a quiet riposte to this, the king in his speech to Congress will riff on past military endeavors the two countries have undertaken and the sacrifice both nations have made.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 28, 2026
International star chef Gastón Acurio will riff on Peruvian cuisine on the ground floor of the West Main towers in Bellevue.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 6, 2024
We will riff on stuff that's already there, and that's just essential, I think, to the show.
From Salon ● Jun. 4, 2023
“TEN: Beyond the Beetle” will riff on the now-classic form with unique homages created by 10 international artists and designers.
From New York Times ● Apr. 11, 2023
Gutfeld has a troupe of regulars who will riff with him daily, including columnist Katherine Timpf, former pro wrestler George “Tyrus” Murdoch and stand-up comedians Joe DeVito and Joe Machi.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 5, 2021
