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Ritenuto

Noun (Music): A musical term indicating a temporary slowing down or holding back of the tempo.

Example Sentence: The pianist executed the ritenuto perfectly, creating a powerful moment of anticipation in the piece.

Adjective: Slowed down or held back; expressing a direction in music to perform with a slower tempo briefly.

Example Sentence: The ritenuto section of the symphony brought a sense of melancholy and depth to the performance.

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