melodramatically
Americanadverb
Example Sentences
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“The Day Everything Changed,” as I wrote melodramatically in my journal, was six years ago.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 9, 2026
In Marie's presence, Saul melodramatically presents himself as a victim, reframing the story of his first encounter with Walter and Jesse Pinkman as the start of a multi-year hostage situation.
From Salon ● Aug. 16, 2022
It’s equally difficult to think of many actors who could handle Joy’s cliché-ridden, melodramatically engorged dialogue, which consistently trips up her actors.
From New York Times ● Aug. 19, 2021
Predictably, the school district and its supporters have melodramatically told the Supreme Court that a decision in Levy’s favor will leave them powerless to protect kids against cyberbullies.
From Slate ● Mar. 29, 2021
And that is to melodramatically push the detonate button.
From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer
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