: a style of animation originating in Japan that is characterized by stark colorful graphics depicting vibrant characters in action-filled plots often with fantastic or futuristic themes
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One of Ariel's favorite gifts was an anime figurine and Sour Patch Kids candy.
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Pat Harvey, CBS News, 21 Feb. 2026
She’s danced to Mitski, Laufey, and Donna Summer, publicly talks about her love for anime, and smiles widely with her smiley frenulum piercing.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 20 Feb. 2026
Its focus ranges from anime and manga to film and TV.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 20 Feb. 2026
Going public at an anime awards show is a flex all on its own.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 20 Feb. 2026
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Pat Harvey, CBS News, 21 Feb. 2026
She’s danced to Mitski, Laufey, and Donna Summer, publicly talks about her love for anime, and smiles widely with her smiley frenulum piercing.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 20 Feb. 2026
Its focus ranges from anime and manga to film and TV.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 20 Feb. 2026
Going public at an anime awards show is a flex all on its own.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 20 Feb. 2026
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“Anime.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anime. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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