story arc
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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It also fits with his theory that the simulation encourages an up-and-down story arc, not a linear one.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 4, 2026
He had no interest in the familiar cradle-to-arena story arc, big on spectacle but short on substance.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 28, 2025
In the story arc we have reached the Half-Blood Prince and Deathly Hallows, the finale of which will determine the appetite for a Cursed Child stage show.
From BBC ● Jun. 19, 2025
"When I first wrote the story of Seasons 2 and 3 it was one long story arc," he told Variety.
From Salon ● Dec. 29, 2024
Broadbridge said on Instagram that she planned for the show to be "back soon" and "with a whole new story arc".
From BBC ● Dec. 8, 2024
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