1
as in handwriting
the form or style of a particular person's writing
has a neat, careful script with delicate loops
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as in screenplay
the written form of a story prepared for film production
sold two scripts to the movie studio
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as in calligraphy
writing done by hand
sending a thank-you note in script—and not just an e-mail—is the only proper way to express one's gratitude
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Recent Examples of script
New Line has taken stabs at developing a sequel with Heisserer and Chris Borrelli penning scripts over the years.
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Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 27 Mar. 2026
But the Bond piece actually entered the picture only once the script was almost finished.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 27 Mar. 2026
The zombie film, directed by Nia DaCosta working off of an Alex Garland script, stars Jack O’Connell and Ralph Fiennes.
—ABC News, 27 Mar. 2026
Step By Step, which is a full feature script written by Kristin Monroe Paskowitz and Halo Gracey, is being produced and distributed through a Super Punchy app platform.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 27 Mar. 2026
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Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 27 Mar. 2026
But the Bond piece actually entered the picture only once the script was almost finished.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 27 Mar. 2026
The zombie film, directed by Nia DaCosta working off of an Alex Garland script, stars Jack O’Connell and Ralph Fiennes.
—ABC News, 27 Mar. 2026
Step By Step, which is a full feature script written by Kristin Monroe Paskowitz and Halo Gracey, is being produced and distributed through a Super Punchy app platform.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 27 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for script
Noun
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In an era when many kids her age are chasing likes and followers, one 12-year-old is winning the internet’s heart the old-fashioned way — with scissors, glue and her own handwriting.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Mar. 2026
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Kenerson's after-school club is a local example of a nationwide trend — cursive handwriting is back in many classrooms across the country.—
Ava Berger,
NPR,
19 Mar. 2026
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In addition to best motion picture and TV series, acting awards in film and TV and director and screenplay honors in film, the Globes recognize best stand-up comedy performance on TV and, in film, cinematic and box office achievement.—
McKinley Franklin,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Apr. 2026
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The union also wanted to focus on artificial intelligence, seeking payment if screenplays were used in AI training.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
4 Apr. 2026
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For entertainment, check out the samurai displays and calligraphy.—
Aviva Bechky,
Houston Chronicle,
28 Mar. 2026
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Additionally, a Persian calligraphy demonstration and a marketplace will be part of the event.—
Anne Schrager,
San Francisco Chronicle,
14 Mar. 2026
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The museum is dedicated entirely to 19th-century German and Austrian art and design, with a collection that spans paintings, furniture, sculpture, photography, and manuscripts.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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The precious illuminated manuscript is kept at Corpus Christi College, Cambridge, and is brought to Canterbury for each installation.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Script.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/script. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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