cliffhanger

[US]/[ˈklɪfˌhæŋər]/
[UK]/[ˈklɪfˌhæŋər]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A thrilling and suspenseful situation or scene, typically at the end of a chapter or episode, that leaves the audience in suspense.; A plot device used to keep an audience engaged.
adj.Full of suspense; exciting.

Phrases & Collocations

cliffhanger ending

a cliffhanger moment

cliffhanger scene

leave on a cliffhanger

cliffhanger effect

watching a cliffhanger

the cliffhanger twist

full of cliffhangers

cliffhanger episode

created a cliffhanger

Example Sentences

the movie ended on a major cliffhanger, leaving the audience wanting more.

she left me on a cliffhanger, refusing to tell me what happened next.

the author is known for writing novels with plenty of cliffhanger moments.

the episode concluded with a shocking cliffhanger that had everyone talking.

i hate shows that use a cliffhanger just to get viewers to tune in next week.

the series finale delivered a satisfying resolution, unlike the frustrating cliffhanger of the previous season.

the suspenseful plot kept us on the edge of our seats, anticipating the cliffhanger.

the radio drama was famous for its dramatic cliffhanger endings.

the game master deliberately created a cliffhanger to keep players engaged.

the news report ended with a tantalizing cliffhanger about the investigation.

the story built up to a thrilling cliffhanger, leaving readers eager to turn the page.

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