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as in theatric
given to or marked by attention-getting behavior suggestive of stage acting
our office drama queen yet again made the melodramatic declaration that he couldn't take it anymore and was quitting
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as in theatrical
having the general quality or effect of a stage performance
he gave his usual melodramatic speech that he had learned his lesson and thereafter would always pay his bills on time
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Recent Examples of melodramatic
The emotional Moon enters melodramatic Leo at 8:51 am EST and opposes inflexible Pluto in logical Aquarius shortly thereafter, setting up a tug-of-war between feelings and facts.
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Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 20 Nov. 2024
The dilemma recalls Otto Preminger’s Whirlpool and Where the Sidewalk Ends, post-WWII films about personal probity but without the melodramatic hype that cheapened both.
—Armond White, National Review, 22 Nov. 2024
The melodramatic Bea often takes potshots at spirited newcomer Ndidi (the deft Aisha Sougou) over coveted customers in some of the play’s funniest moments.
—Karen D'souza, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
The actions are as melodramatic as a telenovela, with Jessi’s character akin to Casino’s Sharon Stone at a Mexican villa.
—Alessa Dominguez, Vulture, 14 Nov. 2024
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Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 20 Nov. 2024
The dilemma recalls Otto Preminger’s Whirlpool and Where the Sidewalk Ends, post-WWII films about personal probity but without the melodramatic hype that cheapened both.
—Armond White, National Review, 22 Nov. 2024
The melodramatic Bea often takes potshots at spirited newcomer Ndidi (the deft Aisha Sougou) over coveted customers in some of the play’s funniest moments.
—Karen D'souza, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
The actions are as melodramatic as a telenovela, with Jessi’s character akin to Casino’s Sharon Stone at a Mexican villa.
—Alessa Dominguez, Vulture, 14 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for melodramatic
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The Bluey movie is set for a theatrical premiere in 2027, followed by a streaming release on Disney+. 10 Shows Like Bluey to Watch Now Bluey is 2024’s No. 1 series on streaming, per the release, and has won numerous accolades including an Emmy and a BAFTA Award.Jen Juneau, People.com, 17 Dec. 2024
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A couple of vintage cartoons and an original theatrical trailer round out the latest essential package from Warners’ boutique label.Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 17 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, in August a suspect who is believed to have masterminded a human smuggling attempt that led to the deaths of 53 migrants has been arrested in Guatemala in what U.S. officials say is a dramatic development in the case.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Filming activity hit dramatic lows in the Los Angeles area this year, driven by studio cost-cutting amid a broader industry retrenchment and the relocation of productions to cheaper locales, including the U.K. and Central Europe.Ryan Faughnder, Los Angeles Times, 24 Dec. 2024
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This sneering put-down is even more bizarre than the swipe at Carter’s phantom operatic output.Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
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On paper, McDonald may not seem like an obvious choice for the role, as a classical soprano known for her rich, operatic tone.Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Melodramatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/melodramatic. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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