as in vocalists
one who sings
a famous opera singer will be performing at the gala opening of the arts center
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Recent Examples of singers
Three Texas mariachi brothers — who were recently detained and released by ICE — are set to open for one of the biggest country singers at her shows in the Lone Star state.
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Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026
McAnally is friends with both singers and became the sounding board for their writing session.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 29 Apr. 2026
That kind of tight ensemble work doesn’t just flow from gathering uniquely talented singers; it gets drilled in over time.
—Justin Davidson, Vulture, 29 Apr. 2026
Among video tributes to Conlon from singers, musicians, board members, politicians and administration officials, there was the surprise appearance of Placido Domingo.
—Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2026
But the human element came from seeing the singers’ total disconnection from the material.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 28 Apr. 2026
Musicians, singers and backstage hands had vociferously opposed her appointment, citing a lack of transparency and lack of experience necessary to lead the theater.
—ABC News, 27 Apr. 2026
Grammy Award-winning singers Billie Eilish and SZA were among a group of surprise guests brought out during Justin Bieber’s weekend two headlining set at the 2026 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival into the early Sunday morning hours.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 19 Apr. 2026
Students compete in two divisions based on their level of training, ensuring opportunities for singers at different stages of development.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 19 Apr. 2026
Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026
McAnally is friends with both singers and became the sounding board for their writing session.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 29 Apr. 2026
That kind of tight ensemble work doesn’t just flow from gathering uniquely talented singers; it gets drilled in over time.
—Justin Davidson, Vulture, 29 Apr. 2026
Among video tributes to Conlon from singers, musicians, board members, politicians and administration officials, there was the surprise appearance of Placido Domingo.
—Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2026
But the human element came from seeing the singers’ total disconnection from the material.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 28 Apr. 2026
Musicians, singers and backstage hands had vociferously opposed her appointment, citing a lack of transparency and lack of experience necessary to lead the theater.
—ABC News, 27 Apr. 2026
Grammy Award-winning singers Billie Eilish and SZA were among a group of surprise guests brought out during Justin Bieber’s weekend two headlining set at the 2026 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival into the early Sunday morning hours.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 19 Apr. 2026
Students compete in two divisions based on their level of training, ensuring opportunities for singers at different stages of development.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 19 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for singers
Noun
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In January, the platform released an album touting its music possibilities, populating the tracklist with an assortment of cloned vocalists, including Liza Minelli.—
Hattie Lindert,
Pitchfork,
29 Apr. 2026
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To my band, my crew, my dancers, my background vocalists and every single fan who was part of the most incredible Happy Era, THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The Ronettes’ sexy look and powerful voices — plus songwriting and producing help from Phil Spector — turned them into one of the premier acts of the girl-group era, touring England with The Rolling Stones and befriending the Beatles.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Sound plays a central role in the installation, bringing together different voices, texts, and musical elements.—
Eana Kim,
ARTnews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Singers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/singers. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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