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storytelling

American  
[stawr-ee-tel-ing, stohr-] / ˈstɔr iˌtɛl ɪŋ, ˈstoʊr- /

noun

  1. the telling telling tell or writing of stories. story.

Etymology

Origin of storytelling

First recorded in 1700–10; story 1 + telling

Example Sentences

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The storytelling logic of “Dreams” is predicated on watching these characters move through space, the way we watch dancers do.

From Los Angeles Times

Mr. Ireland has a particular talent for this sort of granular storytelling.

From The Wall Street Journal

Affairs Live, our new storytelling competition show, will feature real dating stories from people living in the Greater Los Angeles area.

From Los Angeles Times

“Explore Your Story” will be Coach’s biggest campaign to date, inspired by storytelling and books.

From The Wall Street Journal

Events in Las Vegas and Miami are prominent in the storytelling, but F1 knows it has a way to go.

From The Wall Street Journal

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