tuning

Example Sentences

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Tuning his ears skyward, Barrett listened for the signature hoot that had echoed across Broadway on so many recent nights.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 1, 2024

Tuning into the Golden Globes this year might mean more than catching a glimpse of the stars or getting an idea of what the Oscars might have in store.

From New York Times • Jan. 7, 2024

Tuning the instrument would take a few months more.

From Science Magazine • May 16, 2023

Tuning into news and topical TV is still associated with traditional TV viewing.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 29, 2022

To read a little about one such tradition, please see Indian Classical Music: Tuning and Ragas.

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