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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
The script sees Samuel, an intern at Kidman’s robotics company, as someone both authoritative and vulnerable, who is grappling with his masculinity in real time.
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Seija Rankin, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Jan. 2025
The designer drove home the point with the show notes being a film script.
—Rhonda Richford, WWD, 29 Jan. 2025
Based on a true story, the script was written by Lynch’s frequent producer and editor Mary Sweeney, along with her childhood friend John Roach.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 19 Jan. 2025
Both losses followed a similar script, with All-NBA Defensive First Team candidate Dyson Daniels wreaking havoc at the point of attack.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 19 Jan. 2025
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Seija Rankin, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Jan. 2025
The designer drove home the point with the show notes being a film script.
—Rhonda Richford, WWD, 29 Jan. 2025
Based on a true story, the script was written by Lynch’s frequent producer and editor Mary Sweeney, along with her childhood friend John Roach.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 19 Jan. 2025
Both losses followed a similar script, with All-NBA Defensive First Team candidate Dyson Daniels wreaking havoc at the point of attack.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 19 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for script
Noun
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The latest Amazon Kindle Scribe (2024) is a solid pick for casual readers and note-takers seeking a large, bright display paired with the exceptional Premium Pen stylus for smooth, natural handwriting.—
Shubham Yewale,
PCMAG,
6 Jan. 2025
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Much of that reasoning is attributed to the rise in using computers instead of handwriting documents, as well as the frequent use of text messaging, according to the organization.—
Danielle Jennings,
People.com,
15 Jan. 2025
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The stranger produced an inept screenplay, which was accepted as proof that only a fool would try to make a film from my novel.—
David Rabe,
The New Yorker,
2 Feb. 2025
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The pic marks Hancock’s debut feature screenplay, as well as his first turn at directing.—
Pamela McClintock,
The Hollywood Reporter,
2 Feb. 2025
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Festivities include lion and dragon dances, live music, Asian food, a calligraphy art demonstration, an Asian Story Theater and martial arts demonstrations.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Jan. 2025
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On February 1, the New York Chinese Cultural Center, in partnership with the South Street Seaport Museum, is throwing a Lunar New Year bash complete with lion dancing, Chinese crafts, and calligraphy workshops at the seaport in downtown Manhattan.—
Mae Hamilton,
AFAR Media,
28 Jan. 2025
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Among his father’s documents, Simon Smith found original Winnie-the-Pooh manuscripts and drawings, including original sketches for The Christopher Robin Birthday Book.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
28 Jan. 2025
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The exhibit will explore the ways in which The New Yorker has shaped myriad aspects of American life, and will include original manuscripts, correspondence, photographs, cartoons, cover art, and an audio guide and video featuring New Yorker writers and editors.—
The New Yorker,
The New Yorker,
24 Jan. 2025
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“Script.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/script. Accessed 8 Feb. 2025.
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