subplots

Definition of subplotsnext
plural of subplot

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Noun
  • Although the usual suspects fell in line, some Republicans are voicing anti-war sentiments, railing against his actions in Iran and voicing concern about what is next.
    Lorraine Ali, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2026
  • Extravagant parties, travel accommodations Meanwhile, several Goliath investors have already sued, seeking to win back some money, and attorneys said this week more court actions are likely.
    Stephen Hudak, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Israeli leaders may be well protected from Iranian nationalist plots.
    Robert A. Pape In The Los Angeles Times, Arkansas Online, 3 Mar. 2026
  • The bulletin warned that terror plots weren’t the only concern.
    Josh Meyer, USA Today, 1 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Upstairs is meticulously staged as an Airbnb retreat that comes with modern amenities, Old West charm and quaint stories about ghosts.
    David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 28 Feb. 2026
  • But beneath the surface, Life Time Group Holdings and Planet Fitness told very different stories about the American consumer.
    Brandon Gomez, CNBC, 28 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • But those familiar with Golding’s 1954 novel will know that its macabre themes of civilization versus savagery and the nature of evil are a far step away from the West End.
    Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 4 Mar. 2026
  • The film explores themes of migration, identity and the search for freedom.
    Thinus Ferreira, Variety, 4 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Jobs more closely tied to Neuralink’s brain interfaces include an operating room specialist and a neurosurgeon resident to carry out experimental brain-computer interface procedures using human cadavers or large animal subjects.
    Andrea Guzmán, Austin American Statesman, 27 Feb. 2026
  • Their visit was focused on subjects like communities affected by conflict and mental health, and was announced on February 24, just hours before the visit began on February 25.
    Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 27 Feb. 2026
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“Subplots.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subplots. Accessed 6 Mar. 2026.

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