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Leit Motif

Description:

A leit motif is a recurring theme or motif in a piece of music, literature, or art that represents a specific idea, character, or emotion. It is used to enhance the overall structure and meaning of the work.

Examples:

1. Noun:

   Composer John Williams used the theme of "The Force" as a leit motif throughout the Star Wars series.

2. Verb:

   The author cleverly leit motifs the image of a black cat to signify impending doom in her mystery novel.

3. Adjective:

   The artist's use of leitmotif elements throughout her paintings created a sense of unity and cohesion.

4. Adverb:

   The musician played the piano leitmotif, skillfully emphasizing the recurring melody.

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