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View synonyms for space opera
space opera
[ op-er-uh, op-ruh ]
noun
- a television or radio drama or motion picture that is a science-fiction adventure story.
space opera
noun
- a science fiction drama, such as a film or television programme, esp one dealing with interplanetary flight
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Word History and Origins
Origin of space opera1
First recorded in 1945–50
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Example Sentences
Part mystery, part political thriller, part classic space opera, The Expanse has earned almost nothing but praise from critics and devoted fans alike, not just for its gripping storytelling but also for its use of accurate physics.
From Ars Technica
When Comcast’s Syfy network cancelled The Expanse a few years ago, Amazon swooped up the still-running space opera for more seasons.
From Fortune
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