How to Use ensemble in a Sentence

ensemble

1 of 2 noun
Definition of ensemblenext
Synonyms for ensemblenext
  • We went to listen to a new jazz ensemble.
  • The actor performed an ensemble piece.
  • She wore an elegant three-piece ensemble.
  • The ensemble of sheets, blankets, and shams sets the tone for your space.
    — Grace Haynes, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2023
  • The comics are very, very focused on Nick and Charlie, while the show is more of an ensemble.
    — Lacey Rose, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Aug. 2023
  • Be sure to vote below, and check back to see which ensemble was the ultimate best dressed of the night.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 15 Jan. 2024
  • Her ensemble was even complete with a jorset—that would be a jean corset.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 3 Oct. 2023
  • Every player in this rich ensemble cast is at the top of their game.
    — Aaron Couch, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 July 2023
  • The ensemble was punctuated with a pair of sky-high, over-the-knee boots.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 3 Dec. 2023
  • Few shoes can take you from day to night and match most ensembles and moods, but these ones truly can.
    — Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 2 Dec. 2023
  • Keaton is in a classic Keaton ensemble of a big hat, belt, and turtle neck.
    — Mia Galuppo, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 May 2023
  • Case in point: This outsized bow tie that will add a touch of vintage flair to any evening ensemble.
    — Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 25 Aug. 2023
  • One reason was the sheer size of the ensemble, mostly unknowns.
    — Michael Schulman, The New Yorker, 12 July 2023
  • The ensemble’s long process has polished some aspects of the production to a deep shine.
    — Helen Shaw, The New Yorker, 21 Sep. 2023
  • Dress it up by adding some strappy sandals and a blouse to achieve a fun and flirty ensemble.
    — Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 31 Aug. 2023
  • The actor exchanged hugs with the shocked thespians and posed for a photo with the show's ensemble.
    — Jessica Wang, EW.com, 8 June 2023
  • The ensemble consisted of a sheer white dress with frilly layers and a ruffled trim, plus a large bust cutout.
    — Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 12 July 2023
  • This is a great way to see how people look together as a cast/ensemble/team.
    — Susan Johnston, Rolling Stone, 23 Oct. 2023
  • Less is more as the ensemble explore the nuances of their characters.
    — Peter Debruge, Variety, 28 Dec. 2023
  • High school jazz ensembles from all over the region will perform at the start of the day Saturday through Monday.
    — Duante Beddingfield, Detroit Free Press, 31 Aug. 2023
  • From the classic black to the refreshing white option, each hue has been curated to add a splash of style to your ensemble.
    — Poppy Morgan, Rolling Stone, 11 Oct. 2023
  • Steve wears shades, black shoes, and a glorious white-on-white ensemble — drapey pants, shirt, trench coat — against a white background.
    — Vulture, 21 Dec. 2023
  • Backed by Andrew Watt, the ensemble had the audience on their feet within the first verse as hands lifted into the air to sing the beloved chorus.
    — Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 2 Feb. 2024
  • The Lakers legend shared a pair of photos of the two of them, with EJ wearing his signature glam ensembles.
    — Nardine Saad, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2023
  • From the start of her career, she was drawn to bright, bold colors for every single aspect of her ensemble.
    — Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 9 Nov. 2023
  • The best part of her latest ensemble, though, is the comments, which aren't mean-spirited at all but do lightly roast the garment.
    — Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 20 June 2023
  • This isn’t the first time Carey has perfected an Aspen ensemble.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 20 Dec. 2023
  • That ensemble consisted of a white corset maxi dress with frilly lace trim at the neckline and down the bodice, lace-up details on the torso, and buttons down the center.
    — Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 1 Aug. 2023
  • Some colleagues warned that her career would be confined to youth ensembles and choirs.
    — Javier C. Hernández, New York Times, 21 Mar. 2024
  • And, in 2022, Firme became the first banda ensemble to perform at Coachella and the first to embark on a U.S. stadium tour.
    — Griselda Flores, Billboard, 18 Mar. 2024
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ensemble

2 of 2 adjective
  • The tale is split across a septet of singers who move in and out of solo, trio (i.e., shepherds and wise men) and ensemble passages.
    — Michael Andor Brodeur, Washington Post, 17 Dec. 2023
  • Bassist Ben Wolfe long ago mastered the art of playing small-ensemble jazz.
    — Larry Blumenfeld, WSJ, 1 Feb. 2023
  • The reason Parks and Rec is still beloved by new and old fans is the incredible chemistry of the ensemble cast.
    — Jacob Linden, Redbook, 26 Jan. 2023
  • To keep the ensemble monochromatic, Katie wore black ankle-length pants with a dark belt and a pair of black pointed heels.
    — Adrianna Freedman, Good Housekeeping, 1 Feb. 2023
  • On set, Convery had a front-row seat to more on-the-fly alterations to his work courtesy of Air’s ensemble cast.
    — Vulture, 15 May 2023
  • Here, too, Latifah seemed freer to shine amid a strong ensemble cast.
    — Emily Lordi, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2023
  • Actors Theatre of Louisville presents the show by the award-winning ensemble Universe.
    — The Courier-Journal, 31 Mar. 2023
  • The entire lead and ensemble casting by Kim Coleman is top-notch.
    — Lynnette Nicholas, Essence, 6 Nov. 2023
  • The ensemble cast plays the role of four friends who travel to see their favorite player, Tom Brady, who also stars in the film, face off in the 2017 Super Bowl.
    — Elise Brisco, USA TODAY, 20 Jan. 2023
  • Dancers can register as soloists or in ensemble groups or both.
    — Abigail Lee, BostonGlobe.com, 10 Feb. 2023
  • In Moulin Rouge!, all of the ensemble parts are gender neutral, but there are flats swings and heel swings, or dancers who wear flats and dancers who wear heels, Hunt explains.
    — Brittanie Shey, Chron, 27 Feb. 2023
  • Being an ensemble moment, Lee’s challenge was how to end the action on screen.
    — Katcy Stephan, Variety, 23 Nov. 2023
  • Baird has fielded a champagne cast for this production, which is a true ensemble piece with good work done by all.
    — Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2024
  • No one has formally signed on to star in the movie, which has been described as an ensemble comedy.
    — Hanna Lustig, Glamour, 7 Mar. 2023
  • The ensemble cast is excellent but one member stood out: Liang, a modern-day final girl to root for.
    — Taylor Antrim, Vogue, 29 Jan. 2024
  • Screenwriter Dewayne Perkins gives a standout performance as one of the friends in the ensemble cast.
    — Dallasnews.com Staff, Dallas News, 27 July 2023
  • Allen and Hanks have starred among ensemble voice casts in four Toy Story movies, dating back to 1995's original.
    — Tommy McArdle, Peoplemag, 22 Nov. 2023
  • He's joined in season two by a large ensemble cast, including Juliet Rylance and Chris Chalk.
    — Town & Country, 6 Mar. 2023
  • The other element that evolved was how the series also had this ensemble cast of outrageous and wacky characters who worked at the hedge fund.
    — Greg Braxton, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2023
  • Making a Mando film, then, is an indication not all of them will be ensemble affairs on the same level.
    — Angela Watercutter, WIRED, 9 Jan. 2024
  • To start off the day, Markle spurned the always popular all-black work uniform for a lighter monochrome fall ensemble by pairing a brown silk button-up blouse from L'Agence with wide-leg linen trousers.
    — Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 14 Sep. 2023
  • The rest of the ensemble cast is largely strong, especially Sadoski, Jones, Naughton and Fichtner.
    — Gary Goldstein, Los Angeles Times, 15 Feb. 2023
  • Throughout the piece, characters within the ensemble search for something in themselves and others.
    — Steven Vargas, Los Angeles Times, 13 Sep. 2023
  • Starring an ensemble cast led by Jessie Mei Li, the first two seasons are full of heart-pounding action, romance, and adventure.
    — Lauren Hubbard, Town & Country, 25 May 2023
  • Russell would go on to play a similar role, Mr. Nobody, in the ensemble film, Furious 7, five years later.
    — Richard Newby, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2023
  • Lamb performed the solo lines of the written for the water instruments, with Klieger and Riggs joining him to form a liquid chamber ensemble at points throughout the piece.
    — Elaine Schmidt, Journal Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2023
  • While not much is known about the film, the outlets reported that the film will be set in a contemporary universe and will focus on a large ensemble cast, which has yet to be fully revealed.
    — Kimberlee Speakman, Peoplemag, 10 Jan. 2024
  • Armendáriz turned up to the premiere in a flashy ensemble fit for both the ring and the red carpet — a multi-colored leotard, bedazzled tights and a blue satin jacket with dramatic train.
    — Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Jan. 2023
  • Bottoms, like so many great comedies, relies on an ensemble cast that plays perfectly off of each other.
    — Nadine Zylberberg, ELLE, 25 Aug. 2023
  • With an ensemble cast and dazzling technical elements on display in the film's first trailer, Barbie is shaping up to be one of the first across-the-board contenders of the summer season.
    — Ew Staff, EW.com, 10 Apr. 2023

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