include an allusion

Frequency: 5.97.0 per million words

Similar to 'contain', used when a text or speech has a reference as one of its parts.

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Examples (10)

  • Good academic essays often include an allusion to classical literature.
  • The director's last film included a subtle allusion to his own childhood.
  • My next novel will include several historical allusions.
  • The poet has included a veiled allusion to the political scandal in her latest work.
  • Including a biblical allusion was a clever way to add depth to the character's speech.
  • A clever allusion to Shakespeare was included in the final scene.
  • Did the speech include any allusions to the company's past failures?
  • If you want to impress the professor, your paper should include at least one literary allusion.
  • The script should include a direct allusion to the original source material to satisfy the fans.
  • His farewell address included frequent allusions to his mentors and heroes.