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dramatization

[dram-uh-tuh-zay-shuhn, drah-muh-] / ˌdræm ə təˈzeɪ ʃən, ˌdrɑ mə- /
NOUN
drama
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But the film mistakes a chapter for the whole story, and a dramatization for the record.

From Salon ● Oct. 4, 2026

As captured in a dramatization of her bestselling 2003 memoir, she apparently thought life would continue somewhat the same as before.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026

Reportedly, the Michael Jackson estate became aware of a contract that legally barred the dramatization of the Chandler family and had to scrap parts of the script.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 22, 2026

Through this perspective, audiences remain engaged with the film’s events, told largely in chronological order, without any unnecessary frills or dramatization.

From Salon ● Oct. 21, 2025

When they learned it had been a dramatization, the family was thankful.

From "Spooked!" by Gail Jarrow

Times news and culture critic Lorraine Ali wrote that while the real-life stories these series are based on are “oft-trod,” there’s still value in the dramatizations.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 27, 2025

Known as “the Serpent” for his ability to evade detection and capture by the authorities, Mr. Sobhraj has been the subject of several dramatizations, including one Netflix series.

From New York Times ● Dec. 22, 2022

Anyone who has watched the many dramatizations of the queen’s life — including “The Crown” — or the coverage of her death is already well-versed in the problems of always maintaining a stiff upper lip.

From Washington Post ● Nov. 13, 2022

But that doesn't appear to cover dramatizations, like "The Crown."

From Salon ● Sep. 26, 2022

Another reporter inquired whether there should be a law against similar radio dramatizations.

From "Spooked!" by Gail Jarrow


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