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flashback

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Noun — A scene in a story, film, or book that jumps back to an earlier point in time.

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How to use flashback

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have a flashback trigger a flashback

Etymology

From flash + back.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “flashback” mean?

The word “flashback” means a scene in a story, film, or book that jumps back to an earlier point in time. In plain terms, a jump back to an earlier scene in a story, or a sudden vivid memory that feels like reliving the past.

How do you pronounce “flashback”?

“Flashback” is pronounced FLASH-bak (/ˈflæʃ.bæk/ in IPA).

How do you use “flashback” in a sentence?

Here is “flashback” used in a sentence: “The movie uses a flashback to explain the character's past.”

What part of speech is “flashback”?

“Flashback” is a noun.

Is “flashback” a common word?

“Flashback” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.

How many meanings does “flashback” have?

“Flashback” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a scene in a story, film, or book that jumps back to an earlier point in time.

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