as in drama
a written work in which the story is told through speech and action that is intended to be acted out on stage
a dramatization of a true story
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Recent Examples of dramatization
One of the most interesting additions is a batch of History Channel dramatizations of the lives of American presidents.
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K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 15 May 2026
Perhaps audiences aren’t ready to confront it yet, much like the Covid-19 pandemic that remains without a significant dramatization.
—David Faris, TheWeek, 14 May 2026
According to Variety, the clause prevented any depictions or mentions of Chandler in any dramatization of Jackson’s life.
—Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 12 May 2026
The Netflix show, which is a dramatization of the real events, stars Tom Burke as Guy, Steve Coogan as Don, Hayley Squires as Kate, Aml Ameen as Bailey and Jasmine Blackborow as Erin.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026
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K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 15 May 2026
Perhaps audiences aren’t ready to confront it yet, much like the Covid-19 pandemic that remains without a significant dramatization.
—David Faris, TheWeek, 14 May 2026
According to Variety, the clause prevented any depictions or mentions of Chandler in any dramatization of Jackson’s life.
—Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 12 May 2026
The Netflix show, which is a dramatization of the real events, stars Tom Burke as Guy, Steve Coogan as Don, Hayley Squires as Kate, Aml Ameen as Bailey and Jasmine Blackborow as Erin.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dramatization
Noun
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But if the first charter is any indication, Coop will not be creating any drama this season.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
16 June 2026
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If power dynamics flare, stay steady and name your bottom line without drama, with calm timing.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
15 June 2026
Noun
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At Prisk Elementary, students have four periods of play a day, varying between structured and unstructured play to prod early childhood development — how to take a turn, how to invite play, how to accept that invitation, Hickox said.—
Cierra Morgan,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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Some of the notable moments of the season included flashes of play where Bethune, Sentnor and Debinha would occupy the same space in the midfield.—
PJ Green,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
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“Dramatization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dramatization. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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