listicle

[ lis-ti-kuhl ]

noun

a published article structured in the form of a list, typically having some additional content relating to each item: “The Best Cities for Singles” and other featured listicles.

Origin of listicle

2000–05; blend of list¹ and article

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This listicle by Heather Cooper examines seven aspects of inclusivity that can be reflected in your writing and imagery.
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In 2018, Amazon India started to feature some gadget reviews and listicles, sourced from local media houses.
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You can start jotting down all the topics that you would want to cover in a listicle format.
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The content here would need to be more engaging and creative than your usual listicles and guides.
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Before you know it, a listicle features this tactic and more people start viewing it as a best practice.
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The holy listicle serves as further proof that the 2013 papal conclave elected Oprah as the new pope.
Call Him ‘Poprah’: Pope Francis’s 10 Commandments for a Happy Life | Asawin Suebsaeng | July 31, 2014 | THE DAILY BEAST
There was the listicle with 13,000 Facebook likes “explaining” why “Dana Brody is the worst.”
‘Homeland’ Star Morgan Saylor: TV’s Most Hated Character Talks Back | Andrew Romano | October 7, 2013 | THE DAILY BEAST

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