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documentary

[dok-yuh-men-tuh-ree, -tree] / ˌdɒk yəˈmɛn tə ri, -tri /


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Speaking for the documentary, Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy was critical of the idea that nationality has to be related to ancestry.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Ahmir ‘Questlove’ Thompson directs a documentary about the band and its brilliant if complicated founder, Maurice White.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

In her fondest hopes, the commemoration of Global Beatles Day presents an annual opportunity for recommitting ourselves to the band’s ideals, which McCartney sagely explained in the “Anthology” documentary series.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

Pelley also raised doubts over the credentials of Bilton, the former New York Times journalist and documentary filmmaker named last week to run the venerable newsmagazine, citing his lack of experience in TV news.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

I worked at a film studio that made documentary films.

From "My Life with the Chimpanzees" by Jane Goodall




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