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non-linear story

[non-LIN-ee-uh story]
nounpl: non-linear stories
narrativa não-linear
1. A narrative structure that does not follow a chronological or sequential order, presenting events in a fragmented, reversed, or interwoven manner
The film employs a non-linear story, jumping between past and present timelines.
O filme usa uma narrativa não-linear, alternando entre linhas do tempo passada e presente.
2. A storytelling technique where plot points are revealed out of order or in a non-traditional sequence
Many modern novels use non-linear stories to create suspense and engage readers.
Muitos romances modernos usam narrativas não-lineares para criar suspense e engajar leitores.
Synonyms
fragmented narrativenon-chronological storydisjointed narrativemulti-timeline narrative
Antonyms
linear storychronological narrativesequential narrative

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
narrativa não-linear
Most common usage across Brazil
Portugal
narrativa não-linear
Standard term used in Portuguese literature and film criticism
Brazil
história fragmentada
Alternative term emphasizing the fragmented nature

Related Idioms & Phrases

out of order storytelling
jumping around the timeline
telling a story backwards
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