as in docudrama
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Recent Examples of documentary
Tim Grierson, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2025
Jewels From Anne Hendricks Bass In addition, the New York auction is featuring a collection of jewels from the estate of Anne Hendricks Bass, an American investor, documentary filmmaker, and art collector who was the former wife of billionaire oilman Sid Bass.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
Flint McColgan, Boston Herald, 13 May 2025
The documentary style in underground cinema, handheld cameras, the use of non-professional actors, and the unfiltered depiction of real life is not dissimilar to the lyrical and auditory structures of Persian rap.
—Ali Farahmand, IndieWire, 23 May 2025
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Noun
In the streaming world, documentaries have exploded, with newcomers like Netflix and Hulu chasing the next binge-worthy sensation.
—Tim Grierson, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2025
Jewels From Anne Hendricks Bass In addition, the New York auction is featuring a collection of jewels from the estate of Anne Hendricks Bass, an American investor, documentary filmmaker, and art collector who was the former wife of billionaire oilman Sid Bass.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
Adjective
The defendant has done so many media interviews and even gave unprecedented access to a documentary film crew ahead of and during her previous trial.
—Flint McColgan, Boston Herald, 13 May 2025
The documentary style in underground cinema, handheld cameras, the use of non-professional actors, and the unfiltered depiction of real life is not dissimilar to the lyrical and auditory structures of Persian rap.
—Ali Farahmand, IndieWire, 23 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for documentary
Noun
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The historical docudrama also was nominated for Best Picture at the 97th Academy Awards.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
3 May 2025
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The formative years and parallel stories of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X, two iconic leaders of the Civil Rights Movement, are compellingly explored in this docudrama series.—
Marcus Jones,
IndieWire,
1 May 2025
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Our assessment is grounded in a thorough analysis of Caterpillar’s existing valuation relative to its recent operational performance and historical financial state.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Peekaboo Animation, Fabrique Fantastique Targeted at kids 4–8 years old, this educational and adventurous comedy series introduces kids to famous figures like Mandela and Mozart in their childhood, blending humor and historical insight.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
6 June 2025
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The stylish design comes in four color options to fit nearly any space, while the 360-degree swivel feature allows for quiet, seamless movement.—
Megan Schaltegger,
People.com,
4 June 2025
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Related Stories One of Britain’s most prominent actors, Thompson is being praised by Locarno for a career in acting, writing, and producing that spans both television and film and ranges from independent features to major blockbusters.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
3 June 2025
Adjective
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Remember when Google demoed its Bard AI tool in 2023 and its factual error led to its parent company losing US$100 billion in market value?—
Greg Edwards,
The Conversation,
30 May 2025
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Puig agreed to waive any legal protections for suppression or exclusion of new information in the factual basis.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
30 May 2025
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Deadline reported that an exit poll conducted on the opening weekend of Sinners set out to break down why people went to see the film on the big screen.—
Zak Cheney-Rice,
Vulture,
2 June 2025
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Davis wanted to help his former quarterback, the one who took his future wife, Jessica, to the team’s Bible study during his final year at North Carolina and the one who scoured film looking for answers to everything.—
Adam Jahns,
New York Times,
2 June 2025
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The exclusive video above is part of a featurette from Outlander: The Complete Seventh Season, which is now available on DVD and Blu-ray.—
Kimberly Roots,
TVLine,
4 June 2025
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In a new behind-the-scenes production featurette released by the streaming service on Tuesday, several of the key people in front of and behind the camera shared some of their thoughts about the upcoming season.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
Adjective
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Which is to say nothing of the literal value of developing homegrown careers — tens of millions of euros potentially.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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When compounded by phone tag, these gaps risk worsening conditions — making strategic communication a literal lifeline.—
John Samuels,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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Robbie's next movie, A Big Bold Beautiful Journey, opens on Sept. 19.—
Rachel Flynn,
People.com,
28 May 2025
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Sixty-five miles southwest of Chicago, a small hill that looks like a prop from an Indiana Jones movie breaks up the flat, monotone landscape.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
27 May 2025
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“Documentary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/documentary. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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