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surprise

1 [sə(r)ˈpraɪz] substantive

EKI Combined Dictionary 2026

Last modified 04.05.2025

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1
ootamatu, üllatav tegu, asjaolu, sündmus vm
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2
kellegi imestus millegi ootamatu, etteaimamatu puhul
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3
üllatust või hämmastust väljendav tundeelamus, mis tekib millegi ebahariliku või mõistmatu tajumisel
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Filmikunsti terminibaas Filmterm

ID 453937 Last modified 05.06.2023
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Domain screenwriting
  • an unexpected development sprung on the spectator. Can be called a twist when the surprise concerns a major development. The surprise is often the payoff coming at the end of a red herring. (Lavandier, 2005) Also see red herring

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