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as in setting
the place and time in which the action for a portion of a dramatic work (as a movie) is set
the first scene was the kitchen of a fancy restaurant during dinner
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as in explosion
an outburst or display of excited anger
please don't make a scene while we're at the restaurant
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Recent Examples of scene
The sounds of horses bucking and huffing only heighten the primal, animalistic vibes in a scene that smash-cuts to Agnes being brutally admonished by her new stepmother, spurring Agnes’ own quiet war against Elvira.
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Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 24 Jan. 2025
Now, its cast and crew are being called back in to re-shoot scenes that shape a significant portion of the third act.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 24 Jan. 2025
Investigators said detectives compared the video footage from both scenes, as well as information previously gathered on Thompson, to name her one of the suspects in the armed robbery.
—Alexa Ashwell, Baltimore Sun, 24 Jan. 2025
Behind the scenes, though, officials are starting to confront the reality that the LAPD buildup won’t happen anytime soon — while acknowledging that the country’s third-largest police department may even continue to shrink.
—Libor Jany, Los Angeles Times, 24 Jan. 2025
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Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 24 Jan. 2025
Now, its cast and crew are being called back in to re-shoot scenes that shape a significant portion of the third act.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 24 Jan. 2025
Investigators said detectives compared the video footage from both scenes, as well as information previously gathered on Thompson, to name her one of the suspects in the armed robbery.
—Alexa Ashwell, Baltimore Sun, 24 Jan. 2025
Behind the scenes, though, officials are starting to confront the reality that the LAPD buildup won’t happen anytime soon — while acknowledging that the country’s third-largest police department may even continue to shrink.
—Libor Jany, Los Angeles Times, 24 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for scene
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In a production setting, there isn’t a band of wildlife going up and down the isles eating and expelling seeds.—
Markis Hill,
Kansas City Star,
17 Jan. 2025
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Users previously could only turn off AI summaries through the settings app.—
Kif Leswing,
CNBC,
17 Jan. 2025
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While the fiery explosion is enough to make Emily and Matt believe that Chuck is dead, her ex-boyfriend and fellow agent Baron (Scott) believes otherwise.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
22 Jan. 2025
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That 17-point explosion in the fourth quarter was the on-court highlight.—
William Guillory,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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Reflecting on the details of his near-fatal overdose in 2015, the former NBA star shared on The Kyle & Jackie O Show on Monday, January 20, how one drink spiraled into a life-or-death situation.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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Magnolia bought the movie in a competitive situation at Sundance 2024 and was an unlikely player to give it a wide release.—
Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
21 Jan. 2025
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He’s never had any protection in the White Sox lineup and a change of scenery could enhance his career.—
Jim Bowden,
The Athletic,
24 Jan. 2025
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Fans of the Aventura, Falls and Dadeland stores are welcome for a change of scenery, naturally.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
23 Jan. 2025
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Other panel members shared stories of their own immigrant families or suggested all New Yorkers should care about the issue, regardless of their backgrounds.—
Cayla Bamberger,
New York Daily News,
23 Jan. 2025
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More politics news: Senators on both sides of the aisle raised new questions about the vetting process of defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth after lawmakers learned of new allegations not disclosed by the Trump transition team as part of his FBI background check.—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC News,
23 Jan. 2025
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Volunteers were charged around 25 cents per huff, bringing in good profit for those who’d invested in the necessary gas tanks, tubes, and breathing bags.—
Oshan Jarow,
Vox,
7 Dec. 2018
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The huffs and hums, produced by two women standing face-to-face and vocalizing from their throats, is believed to be one of the oldest music forms in the world.—
Lale Arikoglu,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Aug. 2024
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Larry Stern Westlake Village A story worth telling What an incredible accomplishment by the Rams, Cardinals, Vikings, and NFL in relocating the Rams-Vikings game from SoFi to Arizona on such short notice.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Jan. 2025
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Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
18 Jan. 2025
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When the 1,500-square-foot shop opens on Friday, it will be wrapped in denim, showcasing the brand’s playful and distinctive decor, which is a signature of Alice + Olivia.—
Lisa Lockwood,
WWD,
17 Jan. 2025
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More is more for a maximalist look, so leave the single statement plant to the minimalists and Swedish death cleaners and choose several of the following plants to elevate your decor.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Jan. 2025
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“Scene.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scene. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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