dramatize
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/ˈdræmətaɪz/
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/ˈdræmətaɪz/
to adapt a story or event into a play or movie
The classic novel was dramatized for a new audience.
这部经典小说被改编成了适合新观众的戏剧。
to exaggerate something to make it seem more interesting or important
She has a tendency to dramatize situations to get attention.
她倾向于戏剧化情况以吸引注意力。