histrionics

[ UK /hˌɪstɹɪˈɒnɪks/ ]
[ US /ˌhɪstɹiˈɑnɪks/ ]
NOUN
  1. a performance of a play
  2. a deliberate display of emotion for effect
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How To Use histrionics In A Sentence

  • That's what separates Lewis 'histrionics from the self-celebratory antics of some of his peers, his actions giving voice to what the aforementioned, relatively stoic stars of yore certainly felt. USATODAY.com - Linebacker Lewis plays tough with a passion
  • Oh right, we did, and thanks to some histrionics from the likes of the mayor people said no. why not? Sustenance in South Park « PubliCola
  • She was clearly used to Susie's histrionics, and her demeanor suggested she never expected anything different from her.
  • He is remembered by colleagues as being unflappable in theatre with a calm demeanour that soothed any histrionics. Times, Sunday Times
  • And, if they were looking for Flair - which is to say histrionics - how could they miss with that kind of pick? ThatsRacin.com: Homepage
  • The kids are obviously having a blast recreating the sort of histrionics they see on TV, and they squabble over who has the funniest part in the production.
  • `Sorry about the histrionics, Bunny," he said apologetically. DOLL'S EYES
  • There seems no doubt that when public opinion turns against Eriksson, his disregard for histrionics will be cited as the chief reason for his downfall.
  • In congested Broadway, the histrionics of a team from Koothu-p-pattarai is the centre of attention.
  • It's nice to see a small band on a small stage embraced the now stylized histrionics of rock and roll.
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