Phrase and Verse

Phrase

Phrase noun - A sequence of words having a specific meaning.

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Verse and phrase are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Verse" instead a noun "Phrase".

Nearby Words: phrasing, phrasal, phrased

Verse noun - A composition using rhythm and often rhyme to create a lyrical effect.

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Phrase and verse are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Phrase" instead a noun "Verse".

Nearby Words: version, versification, versing

old	old phrase	old verse
full	full phrase	full verse
long	long phrase	long verse
particular	particular phrase	particular verse
Other adjectives: equivalent, normal, common, short, standard, original, single, actual, entire, real, little, new, final, above, next, last, occasional, different.

time	phrase time	verse time
times	phrase times	verse times

Brad sings the first verse and chorus, except for the title phrase, which is sung by Carrie instead.

Source: Call-and-Response Song
After several iterations, the protagonist uses a phrase from the third verse of "The Star-Spangled Banner"; the spy promptly gives the phrase that immediately follows it.

Source: Bluff the Impostor
The above phrase is from the first verse which is not part of the anthem, as its meaning was reinterpreted by the Nazis.

Source: Ear Worm / National Anthems

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