Thesaurus results for DRAMATIZATION

dramatization

noun

ˌdra-mə-tə-ˈzā-shən

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 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 But a lawsuit settlement stated the Chandlers could not be shown at all in any dramatization of Jackson’s life. —

Bethy Squires, Vulture, 26 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dramatization

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Design is modern and clean-lined—muted tones, patterned wallpaper, and enough art and lighting drama to feel fun without tipping into theme.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Rosie couldn’t have cared less, her eyes were looking only at Rich singing his little songs, not at the drama playing out directly in front of his stage.

— Tom Smyth, Vulture, 1 June 2026