pluck a string

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To pull and quickly release a string to make a sound.

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  • The musician plucked a single string on his guitar to check the tuning.
  • She gently plucked the strings of the harp, creating a soothing melody.
  • If you pluck the string too hard, it might snap under the tension.
  • He showed the beginner how to pluck the strings using only the thumb.
  • The sound produced when you pluck a string depends on its thickness.
  • The cellist decided to pluck the strings instead of using her bow for this part.
  • Try to pluck each string clearly to ensure you are hitting the right notes.
  • He sat quietly by the fire, occasionally plucking a string as he composed.
  • The technique of plucking the strings on a violin is called pizzicato.
  • You should pluck the string closer to the bridge for a sharper, brighter sound.