as in scripts
the written form of a story prepared for film production
submitted a scenario to the producers
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Recent Examples of scenarios
Under stress scenarios representing the 95th percentile of plausible outcomes, that figure could spike to 121% within three years.
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Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 16 Apr. 2026
The Ducks came into the regular-season finale third in the Pacific with five different scenarios still possible to lock down the final playoff matchups This win, combined with Edmonton beating visiting Vancouver, means Anaheim starts the first round Monday at Edmonton.
—ABC News, 16 Apr. 2026
If confirmed, these speeds could be as important as range in real combat scenarios.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 15 Apr. 2026
However, the fund also outlined two scenarios for a longer-lasting conflict.
—Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 15 Apr. 2026
But the other two options are certainly possible scenarios.
—Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 15 Apr. 2026
The figures below compare two common coverage scenarios for couples.
—Mike Winters, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2026
In worst-case scenarios, malicious code can exploit weaknesses in your phone, create backdoor access and pull in even more data without your knowledge.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 9 Apr. 2026
Exploratory calls and feelers about potential scenarios if one were retained and the other let go have happened in recent days, I'm told.
—James Brizuela, Newsweek, 5 Jan. 2025
Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 16 Apr. 2026
The Ducks came into the regular-season finale third in the Pacific with five different scenarios still possible to lock down the final playoff matchups This win, combined with Edmonton beating visiting Vancouver, means Anaheim starts the first round Monday at Edmonton.
—ABC News, 16 Apr. 2026
If confirmed, these speeds could be as important as range in real combat scenarios.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 15 Apr. 2026
However, the fund also outlined two scenarios for a longer-lasting conflict.
—Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 15 Apr. 2026
But the other two options are certainly possible scenarios.
—Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 15 Apr. 2026
The figures below compare two common coverage scenarios for couples.
—Mike Winters, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2026
In worst-case scenarios, malicious code can exploit weaknesses in your phone, create backdoor access and pull in even more data without your knowledge.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 9 Apr. 2026
Exploratory calls and feelers about potential scenarios if one were retained and the other let go have happened in recent days, I'm told.
—James Brizuela, Newsweek, 5 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scenarios
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That follows Pecchia previously handling corporate and client media relations, writing executive scripts and press releases and managing internal communications at WME.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2026
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Adapting the urban fantasy story for the screen are Cory Todd Hughes and Adrian Speckert, whose scripts have included Under Fire, starring Dylan Sprouse, and Foster, starring Ron Perlman.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2026
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Known for her work in the horror genre, Mersten’s screenplays have been recognized at festivals including the Austin Film Festival, Atlanta Film Festival, and Flickers’ Rhode Island.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
13 Apr. 2026
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The virtual program will include development support to strengthen their screenplays, as well as advice on creating a compelling project package and refining their pitching skills in preparation for their residency in Los Angeles.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
8 Apr. 2026
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“Scenarios.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scenarios. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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