riff

Example Sentences

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It may sound strange to say it, but a woman helming a “Frankenstein” riff is bold by its very nature.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

The show began as a place for the pair to riff on art, reality TV, music and more, and especially to fanboy about the pop culture they love.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

“I was immediately caught by the simple but hooky straightforward guitar riff, and ripping drums holding it down,” Dragge says.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

The show is taking place in Vienna, which seems to have prompted half of the contestants to throw an operatic riff into their song, whether it needs it or not.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

That familiar relentless beat and exotic, yet somehow ominous riff fills the air.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman