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Subplot
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a series of events in a novel, movie, etc. that is separate from the main story and is less important but is linked to it
What is a "subplot"?
A subplot is a secondary storyline within a main story in a book, film, or play. It involves its own set of characters and events that complement or contrast with the main plot. Subplots often add depth to the narrative by exploring additional themes or character relationships, and they can provide further insight into the main story or enhance the overall complexity of the work.
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Example
The novel’s tangential subplots sometimes distracted from the main storyline.
The author eventually deleted a subplot from the novel to streamline the storyline.
The film adaptation abridged the novel, leaving out some subplots.
While discussing the main plot of the novel, the author tangentially touched upon a subplot involving a secondary character.
The author chose to omit a subplot from the final draft of the novel.
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