scene

noun

ˈsēn How to pronounce scene (audio)
Definition of scenenext
1
as in setting
the place and time in which the action for a portion of a dramatic work (as a movie) is set the first scene was the kitchen of a fancy restaurant during dinner

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2
as in explosion
an outburst or display of excited anger please don't make a scene while we're at the restaurant

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3
as in situation
position with regard to conditions and circumstances one of the leading figures in the current political scene

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4
as in scenery
the array of painted backgrounds and furnishings used to establish the setting in a stage production helped build and paint scenes for the school play

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Recent Examples of scene This whole scene is built on people who work their asses off. — Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 6 Apr. 2025 Missing from the scene: the court’s three conservative leaning justices. — Megan O’Matz, ProPublica, 6 Apr. 2025 We’re really primed by this first scene to interpret the rest of the novel as being about interpretation on some level. — Jennifer Wilson, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2025 With his latest role, Bill Skarsgård had the task of delivering a terrified and tortured performance with no scene partner. — Glenn Garner, Deadline, 23 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for scene
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scene
  1. setting
  2. explosion
  3. situation
  4. scenery
  5. background
  6. huff
  7. story
  8. decor
Noun
  • But North of North draws strength from the specificity of its unusual-for-TV setting.
    — Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2025
  • There are two iPhone settings working in tandem which let this happen.
    — Zak Doffman, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Definition of setting
Noun
  • Since that offensive explosion, however, the Reds' bats have been dormant.
    — Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 4 Apr. 2025
  • In the latest explosion of violence, at least 31 people were killed and dozens others were injured Thursday after the Israeli military struck the Dar al-Arqam School in the Tuffah neighborhood in eastern Gaza City, according to a statement by the Gaza Civil Defense.
    — Lauren Izso, CNN Money, 3 Apr. 2025
Definition of explosion
Noun
  • Silva will walk into a situation with plenty of playing time and should be TCU’s center of the future.
    — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Apr. 2025
  • Judging by the numbers, though, the situation in New Mexico is even more dire.
    — Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 3 Apr. 2025
Definition of situation
Noun
  • Coolidge dropped his name at a Swedish junket for the film, and Edholm responded asking her to visit Sweden and peep all the beautiful scenery.
    — Bethy Squires, Vulture, 7 Apr. 2025
  • Outside, guests can soak up the tropical scenery from the rooftop terrace or take a dip in the infinity pool.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 7 Apr. 2025
Definition of scenery
Noun
  • Some background: Aaron signed his first professional contract with the old Boston Braves in 1952, but made his big-league debut in 1954 after the team had relocated to Milwaukee.
    — Steve Buckley, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2025
  • Santino also noted that Culkin's heritage doesn't match Benji's background as accurately as André's does.
    — Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 5 Apr. 2025
Definition of background
Noun
  • The chute opens, and rambunctious No. 2 bursts out with an impatient huff.
    — Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 15 Mar. 2025
  • Volunteers were charged around 25 cents per huff, bringing in good profit for those who’d invested in the necessary gas tanks, tubes, and breathing bags.
    — Oshan Jarow, Vox, 7 Dec. 2018
Definition of huff
Noun
  • His first-person stories include supersonic rides in seven separate aircraft pulling up to 9 Gs and flying to 84,000 feet; driving a Bugatti at 253 mph and Indy cars at 200 mph; expeditions to the North and South Poles; summiting the Matterhorn and 23,000-ft.
    — Jim Clash, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
  • Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer​​, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.
    — Angel Saunders, People.com, 1 Apr. 2025
Definition of story
Noun
  • Here are seven easy bedroom decor ideas to welcome your bedroom into its spring era—just in time, because your new wardrobe rotation is going to need a worthy photo backdrop.
    — Glamour, Glamour, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Choose between dark gray or khaki to complement your other outdoor decor.
    — Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 9 Apr. 2025
Definition of decor

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