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cliff-hanging

/ˈklɪfˌhæŋ.ɪŋ/

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adjective

/ˈklɪfˌhæŋ.ɪŋ/C1formal
  • ruОписывает ситуацию, историю или событие, полное напряжения и оставляющее исход неопределённым, обычно используется в контексте сериализованных повествований.

Describes a situation, story, or event that is full of suspense and leaves the outcome uncertain, typically used in the context of serialized narratives.

  1. Full of suspenseB2informal

    Describes a situation, story, or event that is extremely exciting and leaves you uncertain about what will happen next.

    ruНапряжённый

    • The final episode of the series was absolutely cliff-hanging.
    • The election results were cliff-hanging, with the lead changing every hour.
    • The movie ended on a cliff-hanging note, making everyone eager for the sequel.

    Synonymsexcitinggrippingnail-bitingnerve-rackingrivetingsuspensefultensethrilling

    Antonymsboringdullpredictabletametedious

Forms
  • more cliff-hanging comparative form
  • most cliff-hanging superlative form