octet

noun

Definition of octetnext
as in quartet

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Recent Examples of octet But the Blast Max can blend for anywhere from seven to 10 drinks on a single charge, depending on how much blending is needed—enough to reliably make an octet of blended cocktails or smoothies. — Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 24 Jan. 2026 Despite their levels of fame and notoriety, the members of this octet have yet to headline films of their own. — Devon Ivie, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2025 Joy’s voice sits inside a rich octet, where horns and piano converse like old friends. — Shelby Stewart, Essence, 12 Oct. 2025 Backed by an orchestral octet, Jones demonstrated the vocal command and flair that helped her net a Grammy for best R&B performance category in 2024. — Joe Lynch, Billboard, 3 Sep. 2019 See All Example Sentences for octet
Recent Examples of Synonyms for octet
  1. quartet
  2. sextet
  3. quintet
  4. trio
  5. septet
  6. duo
  7. troupe
  8. ensemble
Noun
  • It’s powered by a quartet of electric motors that combine to pump out 1,035 hp and 770 ft lbs of torque.
    — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 22 Oct. 2026
  • The quartet of series regulars will join returning series leads Naomi Watts and Bobby Cannavale as well as fellow main cast members Margo Martindale and Isabel Gravitt.
    — Katie Campione, Deadline, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of quartet
Noun
  • In recent years, the sextet have continued to prove their staying power.
    — Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 6 Oct. 2026
  • The British sextet will lean into its first nine albums and use digital visual technology for the first time.
    — Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of sextet
Noun
  • Graphics and Gaming Tests We challenge all systems’ graphics with a quintet of animations or gaming simulations from UL's 3DMark test suite.
    — Marshall Honorof, PC Magazine, 24 Oct. 2026
  • During any performance by the Infamous Stringdusters, fans can count on at least a few moments where the members of the jam-grass quintet gather near one another and transform into a melodic ball of kinetic energy.
    — Garret K. Woodward, Rolling Stone, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of quintet
Noun
  • The Bulls went 18-for-42 from behind the arc, led by four 3s from Norman Powell and a trio apiece from Wilson, Buzelis and Jalen Smith.
    — Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 29 Oct. 2026
  • His blueprint called for converting a trio of bedrooms into lounges.
    — Lauren Mechling, Architectural Digest, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of trio
Noun
  • Related Dressed in all black and then in casual streetwear, the septet own the stage and definitely amp up the hype for the two very special cinema events later this month.
    — Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 14 Oct. 2026
  • The colorful, traveling septet includes Vicki Gunvalson (Orange County), Luann de Lesseps (NYC), Porsha Williams (Atlanta) Teresa Giudice (New Jersey), Kyle Richards (Beverly Hills), Gizelle Bryant (Potamac) and Lisa Barlow (Salt Lake City).
    — Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of septet
Noun
  • With little information circulating about the duo, the anonymity surrounding February’s Album only adds to its sense of mystery.
    — Sam Goldner, Pitchfork, 27 Oct. 2026
  • But now the mother-daughter duo behind Belgian lifestyle label Bernadette are thinking about the next generation.
    — Ari Stark, Footwear News, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of duo
Noun
  • In many ways, the Medieval Times crew could be a theater troupe, restaurant staff, or coed sports team.
    — Alessandra Schade, Vanity Fair, 28 Oct. 2026
  • When the troupe took a bow a few minutes later, the applause was uproarious, as if prospectively celebrating all the work still to come.
    — Nolan Kelly, Artforum, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of troupe
Noun
  • Cobos explains that, as with Nené’s ensembles, following period conventions to the letter didn’t necessarily make sense for Carlos’s wardrobe.
    — Elaina Patton, Vogue, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Accessorizing her double-denim ensemble, Fox opted for an archival piece hailing from Dior.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of ensemble

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