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Plangency

Part of speech: noun

Sense 1: The quality or state of being loud and resonant; a strong and pleasing sound or tone.

Example sentence: The plangency of the orchestra's music filled the concert hall with a captivating energy.

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Sense 2: Emotional or powerful impact conveyed through sound.

Example sentence: The plangency of the speaker's voice during her TED Talk moved the audience to tears.

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Sense 3: Local usage (specific to a particular region).

Example sentence: In some regions, the word "plangency" is commonly used to describe the sound of waves crashing against the shore.

Note: "Plangency" is not a commonly used term in everyday language. It is more commonly utilized in artistic contexts or discussions about sound and music.