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
The story is a dramatization of an actual occurrence, when a chance jam session in December of 1956 gathered the musicians together.
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David John Chávez, Mercury News, 2 Dec. 2025
Organizers say the highlight of the 20-minute performance is a live dramatization on the balconies above K Street with a special appearance by Jack Frost.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 27 Nov. 2025
Contrary to the series’ dramatization, there is no evidence that Paul was involved in any physical altercation with anyone during the vacation, as depicted in the show.
—Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 22 Nov. 2025
However, amid the series’ release, Murdaugh has denounced the dramatization of his family’s tragic story.
—Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 5 Nov. 2025
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David John Chávez, Mercury News, 2 Dec. 2025
Organizers say the highlight of the 20-minute performance is a live dramatization on the balconies above K Street with a special appearance by Jack Frost.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 27 Nov. 2025
Contrary to the series’ dramatization, there is no evidence that Paul was involved in any physical altercation with anyone during the vacation, as depicted in the show.
—Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 22 Nov. 2025
However, amid the series’ release, Murdaugh has denounced the dramatization of his family’s tragic story.
—Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 5 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dramatization
Noun
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The actor is currently dating Daniela Norman, an actress who starred in 2019's Cats and the 2020 Netflix dance drama Tiny Pretty Things.—
Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
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Wyle also took home the trophy for outstanding actor in a drama series, while his co-star Katherine LaNasa won for outstanding supporting actress.—
Ashley Hume , Larry Fink,
FOXNews.com,
13 Jan. 2026
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Rasmus Dahlin scored a pair of power-play goals and the Buffalo Sabres won for the 14th time in their last 16 games, 5-2 over the Philadelphia Flyers on Wednesday night.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
15 Jan. 2026
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Both teams traded pockets of carrying play.—
Tom Mulherin,
Boston Herald,
15 Jan. 2026
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“Dramatization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dramatization. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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