montage
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Definition
A montage is a technique in film, art, or photography where several images or scenes are combined to create a single piece or to show the passing of time quickly.
Usage & Nuances
'Montage' is often used in film to show a rapid series of events, such as training scenes. In English, it can also refer to combinations of images in art or photography. Outside artistic contexts, it's rare. Do not confuse with 'collage', which is more for physical art pieces.
Example Sentences
She created a photo montage of her summer vacation.
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That workout montage really made the hero look unstoppable.
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The movie showed a training montage to tell the story quickly.
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The director used a montage to show the passing of time.
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I love how the wedding video starts with a sweet montage of family photos.
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Have you seen the new commercial? The cool music and quick montage really grab your attention.
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