- plural of opus.
opera
Example Sentences
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A revelatory production of Beethoven’s “Fidelio” in which opera singers were joined by actors from L.A.’s Deaf West Theatre and El Sistema’s hearing-impaired White Hand Chorus.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
He previously lived in Florence, Italy, where he dabbled in opera, travelled by private jet and promoted his rum, wine and fashion brand -- "De la Espriella Style."
From Barron's ● Aug. 7, 2026
Argentine choreographer Gabriela Carrizo makes her debut directing opera and utilizes her alarmingly vibrant Belgian dance company, Peeping Tom.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2026
To get some culture without the heat, she suggests heading to Venice's Teatro La Fenice - a historic opera house - and the Ca' Rezzonico art museum.
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026
In vain Mrs. Chester alluded to her ‘charming novel’, and the Misses Chester introduced parties, picnics, the opera, and the fashions.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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Vocabulary lists containing opera
Music - Introductory
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Theater - Introductory
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