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surprise

1 [sə(r)ˈpraɪz]

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ID 453937 Last modified 05.06.2023
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  • 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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