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cohesive storyline

[/koʊˈhɛsɪv ˈstɔːrɪˌlaɪn/]
nounpl: cohesive storylines
enredo coeso
1. A narrative structure in which all plot elements, characters, and events are logically connected and work together to support a unified theme or central message
The film's cohesive storyline kept the audience engaged from beginning to end.
O enredo coeso do filme manteve o público engajado do início ao fim.
2. A well-integrated narrative where subplot threads are woven seamlessly into the main plot without confusion or inconsistency
Despite multiple character perspectives, the novel maintained a cohesive storyline throughout.
Apesar das múltiplas perspectivas de personagens, o romance manteve um enredo coeso ao longo de toda a obra.
NYC Slang
tight storyline / tight plot
Synonyms
unified narrativecoherent plotwell-integrated storyseamless storylineinterconnected narrative
Antonyms
disjointed plotfragmented narrativeinconsistent storylinedisconnected plotincoherent narrative

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
enredo coeso
Most commonly used term in Brazilian Portuguese media and entertainment
São Paulo
trama coesa
Alternative term frequently used in São Paulo literary circles
Rio de Janeiro
enredo bem amarrado
Colloquial expression meaning 'well-tied plot'
Portugal
intriga coesa
Portuguese variant, sometimes using 'intriga' instead of 'enredo'

Related Idioms & Phrases

all the pieces fit together
everything ties up nicely
hold the narrative together
a story with no loose ends
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