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curtain call

NOUN
appearance to receive applause
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STRONGEST


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The curtain call will also be played out by Highland folk and electronic band Elephant Sessions, while Scottish singer Shereen Cutkelvin will mark the ceremonial flag handover.

From BBC ● Aug. 1, 2026

When Gustavo Dudamel instructs the Los Angeles Philharmonic to stand at a curtain call, the players stand.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 9, 2026

In the weeks leading to Thursday's curtain call, 62-year-old Colbert has at times cut a subdued figure, lacking some of his usual cheerful flair.

From Barron's ● May 21, 2026

Her run was supposed to end on May 17, but her final curtain call has shifted to Friday, May 1.

From Salon ● Apr. 30, 2026

I heard my name for another curtain call.

From "The Wednesday Wars" by Gary D. Schmidt


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