subplots

Definition of subplotsnext
plural of subplot

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Noun
  • Though Andrea — initially convicted of capital murder — was ultimately found not guilty by reason of insanity and committed to a mental health facility, debate over what drove her actions continues to this day.
    KC Baker, PEOPLE, 11 Jan. 2026
  • Reducing exposure can involve actions such as sealing cracks in basement floors or foundations, and installing ventilation systems designed to lower radon levels.
    Adam Harrington, CBS News, 11 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The two plots of land up for rezoning are near Anglin Circle and Enon Avenue.
    Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Jan. 2026
  • Many gardeners grow herbs in their garden plots, raised beds, or in containers.
    Peg Aloi, The Spruce, 6 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Partners have no control over or input into the reporting or editing process and do not review stories before publication.
    Data Skrive, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2026
  • Below, Dyens and Miailhe speak to Deadline about the importance of unearthing human stories amid the tragedy of the World War II era.
    Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 7 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Despite the sidebars into prickly themes, the book never strays far from what its subtitle promises.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Jan. 2026
  • Now the Star Wars musical themes and motifs created by Williams that have been inseparably connected to the movies will be introduced throughout Galaxy’s Edge as well.
    Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 14 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • ChatGPT may be a helpful tool to answer questions about complex subjects, but users should verify the accuracy of that information before submitting it to the California labor board.
    William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 13 Jan. 2026
  • The move comes amid a boom in sports documentaries, many of which are spearheaded in partnership with their subjects.
    Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 13 Jan. 2026
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“Subplots.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subplots. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.

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