septet

noun

Definition of septetnext
as in quartet

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Recent Examples of septet Joined by her septet and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, led by conductor Steven Reineke, Joy performed a medley of tunes — her own originals as well as standards and more obscure selections within the vocal jazz canon — to rapturous applause. — Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026 The historic surge was attributed in part to the comeback activities of BTS following their military hiatus — hard proof that the septet’s cultural gravity bends entire economies. — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 16 Apr. 2026 Suga was the final member to be discharged in June 2025, clearing the way for the boys to get back in the studio as a septet. — Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 19 Mar. 2026 The artificial septet also nabbed the trophy for worst supporting actor. — Lisa Respers France, CNN Money, 14 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for septet
Recent Examples of Synonyms for septet
  1. quartet
  2. quintet
  3. sextet
  4. trio
  5. duo
  6. octet
  7. troupe
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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Layer a trio of your favorite knits, playing with weight and texture for a cozy combination.
    — Minty Mellon, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2026
  • The trio will be joined by Vinnie Pasquantino, Maikel Garcia, Michael Massey and Salvador Perez.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of trio
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
  • The only member of this octet who hasn’t looked like a lock for the playoff rotation, Gonzalez saw meaningful playing time in just one of Boston’s final seven games.
    — Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 12 Apr. 2026
  • Stephen Uhl will accompany the octet.
    — Myrna Petlicki, Chicago Tribune, 2 Mar. 2026
Definition of octet
Noun
  • The comedian built a faithful-slash-rabid following on TikTok and YouTube and as part of the American High sketch troupe.
    — Seija Rankin, HollywoodReporter, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Stephen Fry, Hugh Laurie, and Emma Thompson were in the sketch-comedy troupe the Footlights.
    — Nathan Heller, New Yorker, 19 Oct. 2026
Definition of troupe

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“Septet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/septet. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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