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story
/ˈstɔːri/
a narrative of events
She told me an exciting story about her adventure in the mountains.
She shared a narrative about her thrilling experience hiking in the mountains.
general
an account of imaginary or real people and events told for entertainment
The children loved listening to bedtime stories.
The children enjoyed hearing fictional narratives before sleep.
Can refer to fictional or non-fictional accounts.
general
a report or description of past events, experiences, or situations
He shared his story of overcoming adversity.
He described his personal journey of facing and overcoming challenges.
Often used in journalism, history, or personal narratives.
general
a sequence of events or a situation that is interesting or significant
The story of the company's rise to success is inspiring.
The narrative of the company's growth and achievements is motivating.
Can refer to real-life events or fictional plots.
Collocations
tell a storyto narrate an accountshort storya brief fictional narrativestorytellingthe art of narrating stories
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Pro Tip
Usage in Context
The word 'story' can be used in both formal and informal contexts, depending on the narrative being shared.
Gold Rule
Fictional vs. Non-Fictional
'Story' can refer to both fictional and non-fictional accounts, so context is important.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'storie', from Old French 'estoire', from Latin 'historia' (meaning 'inquiry, narrative').
Usage Notes
Can be used both for fictional and non-fictional narratives. Often used in literature, journalism, and personal anecdotes.
Word Breakdown
story
a narrative or account
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