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theme with continuity

[/θiːm wɪð kənˈtɪnjuːɪti/]
noun phrasepl: themes with continuity
tema com continuidade
1. A recurring or sustained subject, motif, or idea that maintains consistency and coherence throughout a narrative, artistic work, or discourse
The theme with continuity in the novel is the protagonist's struggle against societal injustice.
O tema com continuidade no romance é a luta do protagonista contra a injustiça social.
2. In music, a melodic or harmonic idea that reappears and develops throughout a composition while maintaining its core identity
Beethoven's Fifth Symphony features a powerful theme with continuity that transforms throughout the four movements.
A Quinta Sinfonia de Beethoven apresenta um tema com continuidade poderoso que se transforma ao longo dos quatro movimentos.
Synonyms
recurring themeleitmotifsustained motifcontinuous threadpersistent idea
Antonyms
isolated themedisconnected motiffragmented subject

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tema com continuidade
Standard usage in literary and musical criticism
Portugal
tema com continuidade
Common in academic and artistic contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

running thread throughout
golden thread
leitmotif of the work
thematic consistency
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