deep-cut

Example Sentences

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Our postmodern pope’s meta-callback to another papal deep-cut.

From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026

While the Allmans were a multiracial group of long-haired hippies and not beloved in most halls of power, Carter was a deep-cut fan and quoted the band’s lyrics back to Allman.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 31, 2024

In an interview with the Los Angeles Times ahead of the release of “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” the actress sang the praises of costar and it-girl, Jenna Ortega, and her deep-cut film fanaticism.

From Salon • Aug. 30, 2024

But this odd “Rescue Rangers” menagerie is surprising and eclectic, with some niche nods and deep-cut references, which is fitting given the conspicuous insignificance of the material and its heroes.

From New York Times • May 19, 2022

A face had been carved in the trunk of the great tree, its features long and melancholy, the deep-cut eyes red with dried sap and strangely watch-ful.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin