denouement
复数形式
denouements
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结局, 解决
the last section of a literary or dramatic piece where the plot is concluded and all the matters of the work is explained
A dénouement is the final part of a story where the complexities of the plot are resolved, and the narrative reaches its conclusion. It follows the climax and provides closure by tying up loose ends and addressing any remaining conflicts or questions. In this phase, the consequences of the characters' actions are revealed, and the story's final outcomes are explained. For example, in a mystery novel, the dénouement might reveal the identity of the culprit and explain how the crime was committed.
- The denouement of the play revealed the true motives behind the protagonist’s actions.
该剧的结局揭示了主角行动背后的真实动机。
- In the denouement of the story, the hero finally reconciled with the antagonist.
在故事的结局中，英雄终于与反派和解了。
- The film’s denouement tied up all loose ends, leaving the audience with a sense of closure.
电影的结局解决了所有悬而未决的问题，给观众一种终结感。
- The author’s skillful denouement ensured that every question was answered by the end of the novel.
作者巧妙的结局确保了小说结束时每个问题都得到了回答。
- After a thrilling climax, the novel’s denouement provided a satisfying resolution to all the conflicts.
在激动人心的高潮之后，小说的结局为所有冲突提供了一个令人满意的解决方案。
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结局, 解决
the final outcome of a complex series of events, often following tension or uncertainty
- The trial's denouement came with a surprising acquittal.
审判的结局以令人惊讶的无罪判决告终。
- The denouement of the rescue mission was a safe return for all involved.
救援任务的结局是所有参与者安全返回。
- After months of negotiation, the denouement was a merger between the two companies.
经过数月的谈判，结局是两家公司之间的合并。
- The scandal's denouement led to several resignations.
丑闻的结局导致了几次辞职。
- The investigation's denouement exposed a network of corruption.
调查的结局暴露了一个腐败网络。