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vibrato

[vi-brah-toh, vahy-] / vɪˈbrɑ toʊ, vaɪ- /
NOUN
vibration
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Stewart’s wild, shivering vibrato sliced through layers of fiddle and pedal steel, eventually grabbing the attention of Nashville bigwigs, including Roy Dea, a Texas-born record producer who would become one of Stewart’s loyal supporters.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

The pair cherrypicked from the two models, and made alterations to things like vibrato speed, or slowing and relaxing phrases.

From Seattle Times • May 6, 2024

The lilting vibrato made a natural accompaniment to the laid-back melodies of Hawaiian songs.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2024

The bottom of a block might be quiet, the top loud and individuals can add vibrato and other flourishes as they go, requiring skill and practice.

From BBC • Dec. 14, 2023

“Cuando la luna llena,” crooned Pulpo in a rich, haunting vibrato.

From "Shadowshaper" by Daniel José Older




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