Definition of Story

a narrative description of events that include true or made-up characters

Examples of Story in a sentence

Reading a bedtime story before going to sleep is a common ritual in houses with small children.  🔊

Ms. Phillips required her students to write a short story including all parts of the plot and dynamic characters.  🔊

Due to her exciting life, my friend decided to write the story of her life including what happened during her childhood.  🔊

“I don’t know how to start my story,” complained the 7th-grader, “but I know I want it to capture the reader’s attention.”  🔊

In the story, the main character must defend itself against an evil fire-breathing dragon in order to save the princess.  🔊

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