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denouement

/dɛnuːˈmɑnt/ noun · British & US
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What does denouement mean?

noun

The final part of a drama or narrative, in which the plot is resolved and the outcome is revealed. A conclusion or resolution, especially one that is surprising or unexpected.

Example

"The denouement of the novel was a shocking twist that changed the reader's understanding of the entire story."

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