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Theatrics Meaning in English

word

ˈθitɹɪks
thee-AT-riks
θiːˈætɹɪks
thee-AT-riks

释义

Dramatic or exaggerated behavior meant to attract attention, like acting in a play. Can also refer to actions performed with unnecessary emotion.

用法与细微差别

Used mostly in a negative or playful way to criticize someone for being overly dramatic. Common with phrases like 'drop the theatrics' or 'enough with the theatrics.' Refers to behavior, not to actual theater productions.

例句

His theatrics made everyone roll their eyes.

basic

The teacher was tired of the children's theatrics.

basic

She used a lot of theatrics to get what she wanted.

basic

Come on, drop the theatrics and tell me the truth.

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Her apology was full of theatrics, but I didn't buy it.

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We don't need any more theatrics—let's just solve the problem.

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