split screen
Americannoun
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Also called composite shot. Movies, Television. a type of process photography in which two or more shots are juxtaposed and projected simultaneously on the screen.
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Computers. a mode of operation that uses windows to enable simultaneous viewing of two or more displays on the same screen.
Example Sentences
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We should not lose sight, however, of the other side of the split screen.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 19, 2025
In this split screen moment of global news, the US president-elect, seated between the French first couple, still had an eye on the stunning turn of events in the Middle East.
From BBC • Dec. 12, 2024
Just imagine a split screen with the dour, puritanical face of House Speaker Mike Johnson on one side and ATL rapper Lil Jon blasting “Turn Down for What” on the other.
From Salon • Aug. 27, 2024
YouTube has introduced features to improve the television viewing experience, including the option to watch Coachella performances through a four-way split screen.
From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2024
SJ crosses her arms, and the three of them lean in to hear the “analysis” of some anti-gang violence pundit who appears on a split screen with the anchor.
From "Dear Martin" by Nic Stone
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