expository

Example Sentences

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"This show breaks all the expected rules - you hear about Netflix demanding expository dialogue so that if somebody's watching on their phone, they can follow the story without really paying attention," she tells the BBC.

From BBC

There is an almost complete absence of expository dialogue.

From Los Angeles Times

With judicious trimming, particularly of the occasional puddle of expository or repetitive dialogue, the play would gain a tauter pace.

From The Wall Street Journal

Our first indication that he might not be like the other goons with badges is shown in his expository flashback.

From Salon

A first-person account would be compelling enough, especially given Thomas’ gift for terse, layered expository writing.

From Los Angeles Times