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theatrics
[ thee-a-triks ]
noun
- (used with a singular verb) the art of staging plays and other stage performances.
- (used with a plural verb) exaggerated, artificial, or histrionic mannerisms, actions, or words.
theatrics
/ θɪˈætrɪks /
noun
- the art of staging plays
- exaggerated mannerisms or displays of emotions
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Word History and Origins
Origin of theatrics1
1800–10; theatr(ic) ( def ) + -ics
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Example Sentences
But in terms of sheer theatrics, Mudgett is on to something.
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It was a place I recognized, far more appealing than the polished theatrics of scripted versions.
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Despite the minor theatrics, he's a very down-to-earth guy—a far cry from some of those self-serious filmmakers in Tinseltown.
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All this translated into quite the modern wardrobe, sending traditional theatrics and costumes out the window.
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Abbas could opt to skip the theatrics and appoint himself prime minister.
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The empathy game has been played with words and theatrics in many schools.
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