Meaning of the word "coup de theatre" in English
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coup de theatre
US /ˌkuː də teɪˈɑːtər/
UK /ˌkuː də teɪˈɑːtər/
Noun
1.
a dramatic and unexpected turn of events in a play or other narrative
Example:
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The sudden appearance of the long-lost heir was a true coup de theatre.
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The director used a clever coup de theatre to surprise the audience.
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