a twist in the plot

Frequency: 8.733.1 per million words

An unexpected event in a story.

Examples (10)

  • There are several unexpected twists in the plot before the murderer is revealed.
  • The movie had a major twist in the plot that left everyone speechless.
  • Just when you think you know what's happening, the author introduces a surprising twist in the plot.
  • Critics praised the novel for its clever twist in the plot near the climax.
  • The detective story featured an unforeseen twist in the plot that changed everything.
  • Fans loved the show's finale because of a shocking twist in the plot.
  • Without a good twist in the plot, the story would have been too predictable.
  • The play built up tension before delivering a dramatic twist in the plot.
  • Everyone was talking about the unexpected twist in the plot of the new series.
  • The screenwriter is known for including ingenious twists in the plot of his thrillers.