as in poem
a composition using rhythm and often rhyme to create a lyrical effect
wrote many mournful runes after her lover's untimely death
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Recent Examples of rune
Evidence of runic writing exists from the Roman Iron Age and the Viking era, but researchers have puzzled for years over exactly when runes originated.
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Ashley Strickland, CNN, 23 Feb. 2025
One relic makes your attacks inflict scarlet rot; another boosts rune acquisition for you and your allies; another adds a few points to your strength.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 13 Feb. 2025
These runes likely correspond with the names of the owners of the bands.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2025
Found the world's oldest rune stone Vikingeskibsmuseet.
—Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 3 Feb. 2025
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Ashley Strickland, CNN, 23 Feb. 2025
One relic makes your attacks inflict scarlet rot; another boosts rune acquisition for you and your allies; another adds a few points to your strength.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 13 Feb. 2025
These runes likely correspond with the names of the owners of the bands.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2025
Found the world's oldest rune stone Vikingeskibsmuseet.
—Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 3 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rune
Noun
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One scene where a young Chuck's teacher (played by Siegel) discusses the poem with him is a poignant one.—
Jen Juneau,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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Throughout the poems that are in a variety of shapes and modes, De la Torre chronicles a series of moments from this period.—
Diana Arterian
June 5,
Literary Hub,
5 June 2025
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Of course, there will also be more catchy songs — the original soundtrack, which includes 13 songs, will be available on June 6 on streaming platforms, Disney said.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
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At the time, songs were streamed without the proper mechanical licenses, which was especially harmful for independent artists.—
Tyler Hicks,
Rolling Stone,
5 June 2025
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“Rune.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rune. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.
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