Examples of polka in a Sentence
Alex Groth, Journal Sentinel, 21 Feb. 2024
Tejano music has its roots in South and Central Texas and blends music styles from Northern Mexico, along with German and Czech polka and waltzes, and incorporates instruments like the accordion.
—Alaa Elassar, CNN, 15 Feb. 2024
German beer specials, live polka music with the Polka Warriors on Feb. 16, March 1, March 15 and March 22.
—The Enquirer, 14 Feb. 2024
From 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., polka band Polka Fusion will take the stage.
—Cathy Kozlowicz, Journal Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2024
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The fundraising event will stretch into the afternoon with a polka tent and a performance by the Misty Blues Band.
—Detroit Free Press, 9 Feb. 2024
And on top of that Booker, Durant and Beal have about as much rhythm together as a polka player, a rock star and a hip-hop DJ.
—Greg Moore, The Arizona Republic, 4 Jan. 2024
Three fun days of authentic German food and beer, polka music, traditional dancing, kids’ activities, cooking shows, thrill rides and more.
—oregonlive, 15 Sep. 2023
Enjoy polka and Oktoberfest music performed by Sepp Walzer Fest Band, Edelweiss Band and Alte Kumpel Band.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 19 Sep. 2023
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Word History
Czech, from Polka Polish woman, feminine of Polák Pole
1825, in the meaning defined at sense 1
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“Polka.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polka. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.
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