storyline

American

[stawr-ee-lahyn] / ˈstɔr iˌlaɪn /

Or story line

noun

plot.
a detailed description of the plot of a motion picture, TV series, etc., especially a description used by writers, producers, prospective investors, or the like.

Etymology

Origin of storyline

First recorded in 1945–50

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The storyline offers intrigue: two dominant figures from different combat sports disciplines - but the outcome should be a routine win for heavyweight boxing's generational great Usyk.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

Keyworth said the second series also explored a more vulnerable side to Janie, including through a storyline involving her estranged father, played by Owen Teale.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

The story has already served its purpose for Pratt, functioning exactly as a reality TV storyline is supposed to.

From Salon • May 18, 2026

Between them, chronologically, is a storyline shot in color but with the warm, grainy look of film.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

They knew the storyline, and it had promise as a radio drama.

From "Spooked!" by Gail Jarrow

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