How to Use poetry reading in a Sentence

poetry reading

noun
  • Then bolt the LEDs to the plot like a holodeck to a poetry reading.
    Bob Bonniol, Rolling Stone, 13 Aug. 2025
  • This is the part of Vicky that makes the poetry reading feel less like a stunt than a logical extension of the whole project.
    Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 25 June 2026
  • There will be a poetry reading following the conversation.
    Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
  • The event included a proclamation from the mayor, remarks from community leaders, and a poetry reading reflecting on the meaning of fasting and reflection during Ramadan.
    Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2026
  • Dozens of Eckhaus Latta–clad, Tabi-toed aspiring downtown cool kids were lined up around the block to attend a poetry reading at the menswear store, headlined by writer Victoria Rose.
    Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 23 June 2026
  • Princess Kate's visit to the National Memorial Arboretum will also feature a poetry reading by the Poet in Residence, Arji Manuelpillai, and performances by Talent in the Ranks and Black Voices.
    Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 4 Nov. 2025

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