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techno-thriller

American  
[tek-noh-thril-er] / ˈtɛk noʊˌθrɪl ər /

noun

  1. a suspense novel in which the manipulation of sophisticated technology, as of aircraft or weapons systems, plays a prominent part.


Etymology

Origin of techno-thriller

First recorded in 1985–90

Example Sentences

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The actress Nia Long sat down with Wanda Sykes on Wednesday’s “Daily Show” to talk about her two new projects, the Netflix comedy “You People” and the techno-thriller “Missing.”

From New York Times Jan. 26, 2023

This now-canceled techno-thriller starring “Mad Men’s” John Slattery airs its final two episodes.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 18, 2020

Garland, who wrote and directed each episode, has a point: “Devs” is an absorbing meditation on the very essence of human existence and free will, all hidden in an elegant techno-thriller.

From Washington Times Mar. 4, 2020

The Andromeda Strain by Michael Crichton This 1969 techno-thriller established Crichton as a sci-fi bestseller.

From The Guardian May 8, 2019

It’s too complex to be a fun, formulaic techno-thriller, but not smart enough to be an interesting commentary on technology.

From The Verge May 30, 2018

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