sing-along
Americannoun
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an informal or unrehearsed singing of songs by a group of people, usually under the direction of a leader; songfest.
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an occasion marked by such singing.
verb
noun
Etymology
Origin of sing-along
First recorded in 1955–60; noun use of verb phrase sing along
Example Sentences
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It featured a behind the scenes look at the animation process, a dance class and sing-along screening of the animated musical.
From BBC
The crowd sings along to pulse-thumping anthems from Britney Spears, Charli XCX and Bad Bunny, with a Paramore sing-along thrown in for everyone’s inner emo babe.
From Los Angeles Times
There’s a brief sing-along, which concludes with George Harrison: “Thank you, Ringo, we’ll phone you.”
From Salon
“From a programming perspective, that also gives stability to the theater because national touring acts go in cycles,” said Bolton, adding that he is hoping to create annual traditions that last, including a sing-along Christmas Eve at the Plaza.
From Los Angeles Times
And while the sing-along and dress-up aspects of “The Nightmare Before Christmas in Concert” are life-affirming and family-friendly despite an inherent darkness, it’s often the shadows where Elfman likes to dwell.
From Los Angeles Times
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