tempo

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In a chaotic last 30 minutes, he drove Real forward with trademark surging runs as he single-handedly altered the tempo of their game.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Sinatra’s idea, however, was to start with love songs and put them into a swinging, danceable tempo, but at the same time to retain their intrinsic intimacy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

It’s a little silly and corny, yes, but manages to vary the tempo and can even tug at one’s heartstrings by showing the bond between siblings.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

Villa did what was necessary against Lille, even if the performance still lacked the style, tempo and class they have produced this season.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

Music’s tempo is rather infectious, and children respond physically to both fast and slow speeds.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin