tunes 1 of 2

plural of tune
as in melodies
a rhythmic series of musical tones arranged to give a pleasing effect hummed a little tune while I sorted the laundry

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tunes

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of tune

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Noun
  • In the same era, Wayne also contributed to the ambitious The Plan, a concept album exploring the family’s Mormon faith through intricate melodies and progressive rock influences.
    Darryn King, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
  • For Cullen, the process begins after Lloyd Webber has composed the melodies.
    Darryn King, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • While 143—now titled 1432—and the several singles that were spun off of the project are nowhere to be found on the charts in the United Kingdom at the moment, Perry does appear on multiple rankings in the country that focus only on popular songs.
    Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
  • Then there are also so many quintessential pop hits and Top 40 songs that blow it through the roof.
    Liza Lentini, SPIN, 27 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • The gel memory foam layer adapts to your body’s contours to distribute weight evenly, resulting in less discomfort.
    Health Editorial Team, Health, 14 Mar. 2025
  • When introducing retinol to your routine, the pros suggest starting by applying it two times a week, gradually increasing frequency as your skin adapts, and never using it in tandem with exfoliation.
    Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 13 Mar. 2025
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“Tunes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tunes. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.

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