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jerky narrative

[ˈdʒɜːrki ˈnærətɪv]
noun phrasepl: jerky narratives
narrativa entrecortada
1. A style of storytelling characterized by abrupt transitions, disjointed sequences, or sudden shifts in pace, tone, or perspective that create a disruptive or uneven flow
The film's jerky narrative made it difficult to follow the plot.
A narrativa entrecortada do filme tornou difícil acompanhar a trama.
2. Writing or speech that lacks smooth progression and contains awkward pauses or sudden changes
His jerky narrative style reflected his nervousness during the presentation.
Seu estilo de narrativa entrecortada refletia seu nervosismo durante a apresentação.
Synonyms
disjointed narrativefragmented narrativechoppy narrativeabrupt narrativeerratic narrative
Antonyms
smooth narrativeflowing narrativecoherent narrativeseamless narrative

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
narrativa entrecortada
Most common usage in contemporary Brazilian Portuguese
Rio de Janeiro
narrativa aos saltos
Alternative colloquial expression
São Paulo
narrativa desconexa
Emphasizes disconnectedness
Portugal
narrativa entrecortada
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; also 'narrativa desconjuntada'

Related Idioms & Phrases

stop-and-start narrative
narrative flow disruption
broken narrative thread
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