morality plays

noun

Definition of morality playsnext
plural of morality play
as in narratives

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  1. narratives
  2. mythologies
  3. myths
  4. tales
  5. legends
Noun
  • In these narratives, humankind is forever on the cusp of a technological breakthrough that will transform society for the better.
    David Karpf, The Atlantic, 4 Oct. 2024
  • With its gritty narratives and braggadocious flair, Hatton Garden Holdup cements Rome Streetz’s place as a force in contemporary rap, leaving listeners both captivated and craving more.
    Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of narratives
Noun
  • The mythologies of the moon are as varied as the cultures that create them.
    Avery Hurt, Discover Magazine, 14 Oct. 2024
  • Entire mythologies are woven around the transformative power of leaders, from Steve Jobs' ‘reality distortion field’ at Apple, to the (somewhat-tarnished) cold-fusion miracle of Jack Welch's constant profits at GE.
    Dave Winsborough, Forbes, 6 Oct. 2024
Definition of mythologies
Noun
  • Efforts to reform education in science and technology should focus on generating excitement and interest among young girls by debunking myths about these subjects and highlighting their relevance to real-world issues.
    Kath Mackay, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Set in the late 1990s in a remote coastal village, the story weaves together local myths about dervishes (Sufis), mahi sawars (fish riders) and mysterious creatures believed to be angels in disguise.
    Patrick Brzeski, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of myths
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  • Front Row Filmed Entertainment CEO Gianluca Chakra says the film sheds light on Lebanese stories that often go untold, but suggests these tales also have wider resonance.
    Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Fans fell in love with the weird tales coming out of the small desert town and helped turn it into a pop culture sensation.
    Rob Wieland, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of tales
Noun
  • Vote for the best Ed has covered pop music for The Republic since 2007, reviewing festivals and concerts, interviewing legends, covering the local scene and more.
    Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Rock and roll wasn’t really built to grow old, and most late-career albums from even the greatest legends get a pat on the shoulder at best and calls for retirement at worst.
    Jem Aswad, Variety, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of legends
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