as in realism
realistic depiction in art and literature
the artist eventually abandoned the representationalism of his earlier work
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Its practical effects became a benchmark for realism, directly influencing later films such as Star Wars and Interstellar.—
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The Night Circus ignites magical realism and rivals-to-lovers alongside a satisfying romance.—
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“Representationalism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/representationalism. Accessed 10 Apr. 2026.
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