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Cliffhanger
01
an ending to an episode of a series that keeps the audience in suspense
What is a "cliffhanger"?
A cliffhanger is a storytelling technique used to create suspense or excitement by ending a scene, chapter, or episode at a crucial moment of tension or uncertainty. This unresolved ending leaves the audience eager to find out what happens next. For example, if a character is about to face a dangerous situation and the story ends abruptly, it is a cliffhanger. This technique keeps readers or viewers engaged and motivated to continue with the story to discover the outcome.
02
a contest that is closely matched and the outcome is suspensefully uncertain until the very last moment
Example
After an exciting cliffhanger, he eagerly read on to find out the resolution.
Viewers were left on the edge of their seats by the dramatic cliffhanger in the television series' penultimate episode.
The show finished with a dramatic cliffhanger, leaving the audience eager for the next episode.
