Episode

/ˈepɪsəʊd/

noun

A single event or group of related events in a longer story or situation.

In the next episode of the soap opera, Jane discovers she has a twin sister.

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Pro Tip 1/2

Refers to developments that move a story forward, often with a cliffhanger to entice viewers.

The latest episode ended with a mystery, leaving everyone eager for what's next.

Pro Tip 2/2

Breaking a story into episodes helps structure a series and allows for dramatic pacing.

Each episode in the series focuses on a different character's backstory.

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