narration

noun

na-ˈrā-shən How to pronounce narration (audio)
Definition of narrationnext
as in commentary
a relating of events usually in the order in which they happened a narration that vastly overstates her minor role in this international affair

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Recent Examples of narration When the novel begins, Jeon-Gi is already middle-aged—his own children having recently left home—though his narration rarely strays from that delicate year leading up to his 11th birthday. — Literary Hub, 13 Aug. 2026 Later, the video shows the gunman looking through the payment window and seeing employees rendering aid to Garibay, according to police narration of the video. — Emily Shapiro, ABC News, 7 Aug. 2026 Its physical, psychological, and temporal dislocations often precede the possibility of narration itself. — Alessia Glaviano, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026 The Shards opens on Bret (Igby Rigney), whose narration recounts the events of his senior year of 1981 from an unknown point in the future. — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 5 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for narration
Recent Examples of Synonyms for narration
  1. commentary
  2. story
  3. chronology
  4. history
  5. report
  6. narrative
  7. account
  8. record
Noun
  • Rampage Jackson, who is on commentary for the event, pointed out that Wheels will likely need surgery.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Thus, Saturday’s broadcast went without traditional play-by-play commentary.
    — Saad Yousuf, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of commentary
Noun
  • Read More TopicsVenice Film Festival Get the latest fashion stories, style, and tips, handpicked for you, everyday.
    — Radhika Seth, Vogue, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Still, state media have been highlighting stories about cafes and other businesses being forced to close for failing to enforce rules on clothing.
    — Tim Lister, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of story
Noun
  • Over in Marvel’s territory, the X-Men had their whole chronology readjusted when a time-traveling mutant killed off Professor Charles Xavier, allowing Apocalypse to run rampant.
    — Daniel Dockery, Vulture, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Revealing the strategy, agility, confidence and resilience will outshine chronology.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of chronology
Noun
  • Supporters of Beaver’s Mini Mart have attacked Buc-ee’s online and boycotted the stores, and the mini mart's home city passed a resolution making the beaver an official part of its history.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 23 Aug. 2026
  • To stay here is to sleep among centuries of history—something the property is eager to remind you of at every turn.
    — Katie Silcox, Vogue, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of history
Noun
  • Meanwhile, the national median rent was $1,388 per month as of July 2026, according to a separate report from apartment search platform Apartment List.
    — Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Relatives of sailors on board the carrier have described reports of deteriorating conditions and morale.
    — Dennis Romero, NBC news, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of report
Noun
  • Netanyahu is not on record as making that remark, but the slogan reflects a broader narrative promoted by Iranian hardliners, portraying women who do not wear the hijab as, at the very least, disloyal to their country.
    — Tim Lister, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026
  • People hearing those stories—attorneys, reporters, healthcare workers or friends—may expect a clearer, linear narrative.
    — Michele Patterson Ford, Scientific American, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of narrative
Noun
  • The surge in public interest in the case has resulted in a wave of online scrutiny aimed at someone who by all accounts, is not a suspect.
    — Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
  • The account marks a sharp turn from where Hansen left things only days earlier.
    — Clayton Davis, Variety, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of account
Noun
  • The Mayor and City Council of Baltimore are seeking to pause an order requiring it to provide records in lawsuit with Inspector General while the city appeals.
    — Bridget Byrne, Baltimore Sun, 26 Aug. 2026
  • In July, Six Flags Over Texas debuted its one of a kind Tormenta Rampaging Run, the first ever giga-dive coaster that broke six world records.
    — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of record

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