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Scherzando

usgb/ˌskertˈsændəʊ/Volume
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Music Exclusive

Used primarily in music terminology, not in casual conversation.

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Her piano solo was marked scherzando.
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Mood Lightener

Indicates a shift to a lighter, more playful part of a musical piece.

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The violinist took the scherzando passage with a smile.
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Not Always Funny

Even though it means 'jokingly,' the music might not make you laugh, but it's less serious.

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The flutes entered with a scherzando melody, playfully bouncing the theme around.
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