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nirvana

[nir-vah-nuh, -van-uh, ner-] / nɪrˈvɑ nə, -ˈvæn ə, nər- /


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Dogstar still plays like the sturdy power trio it became in the era of Nirvana and Silverchair.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

Over the years, the benefits featured names like Pearl Jam, Nirvana, Joan Jett, Rage Against the Machine and others.

From Salon • Apr. 28, 2026

The band’s rambunctiousness heavily influenced many groups, including the Clash, the Sex Pistols, Nirvana, Metallica and the Cars.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

Those round down to what we call Nirvana readings—i.e., the low unemployment level of 4.0% and the Fed’s inflation target of 2.0%.

From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026

“It’s my parents. They skipped the lullabies and started us with the Beatles, and then worked their way up to Nirvana, which is where their extensive knowledge of music comes to a screeching halt.”

From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed




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