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The Nutcracker

Cultural  
  1. A ballet by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky, dramatizing a children's story of Christmas. The Nutcracker is frequently presented during the Christmas season.


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She takes me to a matinee of The Nutcracker, and then we eat scones and mini sandwiches at the teahouse downtown.

From Literature

Her performance as the Rat Queen in "The Nutcracker" for almost a month drew praise for its sophistication.

From Barron's

She is expected to compete for the individual title at the Russian Jump Championships, as well a duo competition alongside Mark Kondratiuk, her partner in "The Nutcracker".

From Barron's

Paranthropus has long been labeled the "nutcracker" genus, a nickname inspired by its massive jaws, thick tooth enamel, and oversized molars.

From Science Daily

The San Diego native and “Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater” namesake, 57, made his ballet debut Saturday skating on stage for Golden State Ballet’s production of “The Nutcracker.”

From Los Angeles Times