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Crescendo

Noun:

1. A gradual increase or build-up in intensity, volume, or power of something, especially in music.

Example sentence: The orchestra reached a breathtaking crescendo during the final movement of the symphony.

Verb:

1. To increase gradually in intensity or volume.

Example sentence: The excitement in the crowd began to crescendo as the band took the stage.

Adjective:

1. Describing something that increases gradually in intensity or volume.

Example sentence: The movie builds up to a crescendo of emotions in the final scene.

Adverb:

1. In a gradual increase or growing manner.

Example sentence: The tension in the room rose crescendo as the announcement drew nearer.

Local:

1. In local context, crescendo refers to a small venue or event where local artists or musicians perform.

Example sentence: The local music scene thrives with weekly crescendo nights at the neighborhood bar.