“Terce” or “Terse”

terce / terse are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term.

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terce

nounthe third canonical hour; about 9 a.m..

terse t·ER·s

No dictionary entry for this spelling — see the usage examples below for how it shows up in writing.

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“terce”

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“terse”

…to revolt, sealed with a terse Sardinian saying: Cando si tenet…
…bass, a simple melody, and terse repetitive lyrics...'Disco,' as this music…
…as a literary minimalist, writing terse, imagistic poems.
…reflective stainless steel and a terse string of words on the…
…of the first movement, a terse orchestral prelude yields quickly to…

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