samba
Example Sentences
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Rio de Janeiro's annual carnival parade competition continued its tradition of vibrant dance and colour, with samba school Viradouro taking the crown for its tribute to its legendary drum director.
From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026
He paints his fingernails and is no stranger to samba dancing in the finish area, wanting to bring more colour to alpine skiing.
From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026
This contribution is part of a budget that benefits all 12 of the samba schools taking part in the main parade equally.
From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026
One of the composers of the samba told local media that Lula had cried when Academicos leaders travelled to Brasilia last year to play the song for him.
From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026
There’s a Brazilian samba she stamps to in bare feet, waving her arms until she is flushed ^nd exuberant with the rhythm of the drums.
From "Dreaming in Cuban" by Cristina García
Vocabulary lists containing samba
South America - Middle School
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South America - Introductory
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South America - High School
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