arts
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imaginative, creative, and nonscientific branches of knowledge considered collectively, esp as studied academically
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( as modifier )
an arts degree
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See fine art
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cunning or crafty actions or plots; schemes
Example Sentences
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A Brit School-inspired creative arts college is expected to open in Bradford in 2028 to help develop talent in the north.
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No alarm, go to a concert, go to the theatre, something in the arts.
From BBC
In the forge they greeted Ollie Jones, 21, and watched him make a hook before going to the centre's performing arts space to see schoolchildren perform Welsh songs.
From BBC
She wants there to be more "respect and regard" for the arts because, she said, "being creative and making art is a beautiful thing".
From BBC
The actor, who studied performing arts at Wyke College in the city and attended Hull Truck Theatre, broke down in tears on stage and said afterwards: "It totally blows my mind."
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