flash fiction

"Flash fiction" is a literary form known for its extreme brevity, often delivering a complete narrative in just a few hundred words.

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Definition

B2Literature

(general)A very short story that delivers a complete narrative, typically in under 1,000 words.

Example

  • She published a flash fiction piece that was only 300 words but packed an emotional punch.
  • Flash fiction challenges writers to tell a compelling story with extreme brevity.

B2Literature

(general)A genre of extremely brief fictional stories, often with a surprising or thought-provoking ending.

Example

  • He enjoys reading flash fiction because it often leaves him with something to ponder.
  • Flash fiction often features unexpected plot twists that catch the reader off guard.

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