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theatrics
[thee-a-triks]
noun
(used with a singular verb)the art of staging plays and other stage performances.
(used with a plural verb)exaggerated, artificial, or histrionic mannerisms, actions, or words.
theatrics
/ θɪˈæٰɪ /
noun
the art of staging plays
exaggerated mannerisms or displays of emotions
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of theatrics1
Example Sentences
Even as Newsom's theatrics annoyed some folks, I can't deny it was effective.
“You get a sense that this is all theatrics, and it is really trying to show a bad light on Los Angeles, as though people are overwhelmed.”
“I think we conflate, at times, our criticism of the government with criticism that should be leveled at the politicians. But I have a great deal more respect for the people who go to work every day to be a part of the government than I do for many of the politicians who are playing theatrics in the public eye.”
For many fans, her stage theatrics, often connected to culture, are far from performative.
Brave hitting gave Norrie a two-set lead before Medvedev found his focus, cutting out the theatrics and racing through two sets to force a decider.
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