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 Biles was also one of the women Swift highlighted in a narration package for the Paris Olympics. — Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 7 July 2026 Onboard narration adds context by sharing stories from the Gold Rush era and highlighting the engineering achievements behind the railway. — Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2026 From Cineverse and Fathom Entertainment, the trailer for the upcoming re-release also features new narration from the Mexican filmmaker. — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 30 June 2026 But voiceover narration in a separate segment from Katie Couric? — Andy Hoglund, Entertainment Weekly, 29 June 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
  • The platform has featured traditional adverts for bets, but CazéTV’s commentators have also promoted betting during the games, blending advertising with commentary of the action on the pitch.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 July 2026
  • At once pugnaciously combative and unreservedly sentimental, Landon chose to take the series out with a commentary on class revolt.
    — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 3 July 2026
Definition of commentary
Noun
  • Cholowsky visited Chicago for a few days in early June, talking to coaches and executives, hanging out with players and listening to Jerry Reinsdorf’s baseball stories.
    — Jon Greenberg, New York Times, 12 July 2026
  • Hawthorne recounted a story about the day he was drafted, when new Steelers teammate Joe Greene came to his family’s door.
    — Jim Barnes July 11, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 July 2026
Definition of story
Noun
  • But often—thanks to the patience and skill of an editor who has figured out a chronology—along comes the answer.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 13 July 2026
  • He is credited as the first and most significant contributor to South Florida archaeology of the time, classifying materials, recording 49 sites across Miami-Dade and making the first outline of a chronology of indigenous habitation.
    — Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 30 June 2026
Definition of chronology
Noun
  • Four years later in the World Cup quarterfinal against England, Diego Maradona scored two of the most famous goals in the history of the sport.
    — Dan Santaromita, New York Times, 12 July 2026
  • For only the fourth time in the country’s history, England advances to the World Cup semifinals.
    — Andrew Greif, NBC news, 12 July 2026
Definition of history
Noun
  • Times staff writers Seema Mehta and Phil Willon contributed to this report.
    — Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • The report argues that the museum has deemphasized America’s founding, noting the absence of major exhibits devoted to the Founding Fathers or key events of the American Revolution as the country marks its 250th anniversary.
    — Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 6 July 2026
Definition of report
Noun
  • On Saturday, while wearing a crisp, new black Portland Trail Blazers polo shirt, Morant talked of fresh starts, a rejuvenated and nature-loving version of himself and the desire to change narratives.
    — Jason Quick, New York Times, 12 July 2026
  • The story portrays the lives of adolescents today through their own eyes, allowing their voices and perspectives to shape the narrative in a genuine and convincing way.
    — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 11 July 2026
Definition of narrative
Noun
  • The ride service may contact parents and guardians of riders with teen accounts as well.
    — Amaia Gavica, Miami Herald, 18 July 2026
  • That is also where the design's costs sit, and an honest account keeps them in view.
    — Güney Yıldız, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
Definition of account
Noun
  • The first World Cup in North America for 32 years is generating record attendances, TV viewing figures, and revenues.
    — Chris Pope, Washington Post, 15 July 2026
  • Two Lionel Messi shows followed — including his setting of the all-time World Cup goals record.
    — Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026
Definition of record

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