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plot

noun B1
1

olay örgüsü, konu, kurgu B1

the main events of a story, play, or novel, presented in a structured sequence

The plot of the short story is simple but powerful.

  • She found the plot of the film confusing because of its non-linear structure.
  • Critics praised the plot for its intricate character development and unexpected twists.
  • During the workshop, participants analyzed how the plot intertwines with the themes of identity and loss.
  • The professor asked students to rewrite the plot, focusing on a more coherent chronological order.
  • central plot · ana hikâye The central plot revolves around a family's struggle after the war.
  • the plot of sth The plot of the novel is difficult to follow at first.

sb: somebody · sth: something

similar: narrativestory

topic: Arts and entertainment
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plan, komplo B2

a secret plan or scheme, especially one that is illegal or harmful

The novel reveals a plot to sabotage the election.

  • Investigators suspect a plot to smuggle rare artifacts across the border.
  • He confessed to being part of a plot to hack the university's database.
  • The documentary examines how a plot to manipulate public opinion was orchestrated by powerful interests.
  • Scholars debate whether the historical event was the result of a genuine plot or a series of coincidences.
  • conspiracy plot · komplo planı The police uncovered a conspiracy plot to overthrow the government.
  • a plot to do sth They were accused of plotting to steal confidential data.
  • a plot against sb A plot against the mayor was discovered during the investigation.

sb: somebody · sth: something

similar: schemeconspiracy

simpler: plan

3

arsa, arazi parçası B1

a piece of land, especially a small area of ground used for a particular purpose

The family purchased a small plot to build a garden house.

  • Local authorities are reviewing the plot for possible commercial development.
  • She inherited a plot of land that had been in the family for generations.
  • Urban planners are debating how to allocate the vacant plot near the river.
  • The university's expansion project includes acquiring several plots to construct new labs.
  • building plot · inşa edilmek üzere ayrılmış arazi The developer bought a building plot on the outskirts of the city.

sb: somebody · sth: something

similar: land

simpler: site

plot

verb B2
1

grafiğini çizmek, haritada işaretlemek B1

to draw or mark points on a graph, chart, or map in order to show data or locations

She plotted the sales figures on a line graph for the meeting.

  • The cartographer plotted the river's course on the new topographic map.
  • After collecting the data, the scientist plotted the results on a scatter plot.
  • Using GIS software, the team plotted the wildlife sightings across the reserve.
  • In his thesis, he plotted the historical population trends on a multi-year chart.
  • plot a graph · grafik çizmek The researcher plotted a graph to illustrate the temperature changes.
  • plot points on a map · haritada noktaları işaretlemek The field team plotted points on a map to track animal movements.
  • plot sth on a graph She plotted the survey results on a bar graph for the presentation.
  • plot sth on a map They plotted the GPS coordinates on the map to locate the missing hiker.

sb: somebody · sth: something

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komplo kurmak, gizlice plan yapmak B2

to devise a secret scheme or plan, especially one that is illegal or harmful

The group plotted a heist to steal the museum's priceless painting.

  • He was arrested after police discovered he had plotted to poison his rival.
  • Journalists uncovered that the lobbyists had plotted to influence the election.
  • In the novel, the antagonist plots a complex betrayal that shocks the protagonist.
  • International investigators suspect the organization plotted cyber attacks on multiple banks.
  • plot against · karşı bir komplo kurmak Several officers plotted against the corrupt mayor.
  • plot against sb They plotted the robbery against the wealthy businessman.
  • plot to do sth She plotted to sabotage the competitor's product launch.

sb: somebody · sth: something

similar: schemeconspire

opposite: prevent

Same family

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plot olay örgüsü, konu, kurgu

plotter komplocu, kumpasçı subplot ikincil olay örgüsü, yan hikâye

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