percussion
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
There are creaky sections with various bits of percussion and tapped string overtones conveying an otherworldly Harry Partch-like texture, the sort of junkyard orchestra that inspired Tom Waits in the 1980s.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026
Glass removed violins from the orchestra to achieve a dark, primordial orchestral sound along with pounding percussion.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2026
As a passionate bandleader, Sahad was not just on vocals but also guitar and percussion.
From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026
He stays faithful to the form of Allen’s brilliant version on her 1989 release “Twylight,” minus the African hand percussion.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 27, 2026
There was a leather pad called “the beat” that you’d strap to your palm, like a percussion instrument.
From "Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah
Vocabulary lists containing percussion
Unit 1: Telling Details
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Music - Introductory
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Music - Middle School
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
