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coup de théâtre

coup de thé·â·tre [ k də tay trə ] (plural coups de thé·â·tre [ k də tay trə ])


noun 
Definition:
 
1. surprising turn of events: something that occurs in a very dramatic way, especially a sensational and unexpected turn of events

2. effective piece of theater: a strongly dramatic moment in a play or other theatrical production, produced by an exceptional piece of writing, performance, or staging

3. successful play: a play or other theatrical performance that is very successful

[< French, "stroke of theatre"]
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