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One of several subplots features Thug unwittingly partaking in human trafficking — Bryan Mills would not approve — before growing a conscience and deciding to rescue one woman from the delivery.
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Glenn Garner, Deadline, 29 Oct. 2024
There's a recurring subplot about a mustard-yellow McMansion recently built — against code — next to Yancy's quaint beachside bungalow.
—Jeff Weiner, Axios, 24 Sep. 2024
While this discrimination subplot is baked into the material, the example of a minority being demonized, silenced and effectively neutralized from society acquires what no doubt was unanticipated relevance in light of the recent election cycle and the hot-button issue of immigration.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Nov. 2024
Indeed, there are a few intriguing subplots during the back half of this season for the teams, which prior to this year had not been ranked in the same week since 1960.
—Tom Layberger, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
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Glenn Garner, Deadline, 29 Oct. 2024
There's a recurring subplot about a mustard-yellow McMansion recently built — against code — next to Yancy's quaint beachside bungalow.
—Jeff Weiner, Axios, 24 Sep. 2024
While this discrimination subplot is baked into the material, the example of a minority being demonized, silenced and effectively neutralized from society acquires what no doubt was unanticipated relevance in light of the recent election cycle and the hot-button issue of immigration.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Nov. 2024
Indeed, there are a few intriguing subplots during the back half of this season for the teams, which prior to this year had not been ranked in the same week since 1960.
—Tom Layberger, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for subplot
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South Korean media reported that prosecutors indicted former Defense Minister Kim Yong Hyun for allegedly playing a key role in Yoon’s rebellion plot and committing abuse of power and obstruction.Hyung-Jin Kim, Los Angeles Times, 27 Dec. 2024
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The show’s genre-savvy but unique plot carries Hae-yeong’s crowd-pleasing story through its sudsiest twists.Simon Abrams, New York Times, 27 Dec. 2024
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Brooklyn will return to action on Friday against Victor Wembanyama, Chris Paul and the San Antonio Spurs at Barclays Center.C.J. Holmes, New York Daily News, 27 Dec. 2024
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No action from eligible recipients is needed to receive the chunk of change, according to the IRS.Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 27 Dec. 2024
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This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.Michael D. Carroll AND Shannon McDonagh, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
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The period piece explores the love story between Japanese American and Mexican American families during World War II, highlighting the solidarity between both communities.Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Subplot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subplot. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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