free verse
Example Sentences
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The history of art reads here as one long, free verse poem-in-progress, gorgeous and absorbing.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026
Two six-minute compositions in the middle of “Ocean Blvd,” though, test the limits of Del Rey’s penchant for free verse.
From New York Times • Mar. 27, 2023
During the session, participants were prompted to describe vivid paintings and photographs through spoken word; each of my peers shared intimate writing samples that took place in free verse, rap and song.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 11, 2022
When raw veggies were served I have often observed That the crudites flew in free verse.
From Washington Post • Aug. 18, 2022
“Looks kind of like free verse, doesn’t it?”
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
