drum
Example Sentences
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It opens with rumbling drums, a wandering upright bass, and an atmospheric synthesizer.
From Los Angeles Times
Just when I thought I’d be wandering in the trees forever, I popped out on the other side, and the thumping became actual drums, blasting from car radios.
From Literature
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I wipe my wet palms on my pants, take a deep breath, and try to drum up confidence I don’t have.
From Literature
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The knock came again—more frantically this time—the sound of a sharp beak drumming on the door.
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Stars such as Harry Styles are visiting fewer cities, so fans have to drum up additional money for travel and lodging.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.