Flashforwards

/ˈflæʃˌfɔrwərdz/ noun

Definition

Plural of flashforward; multiple scenes that jump ahead in time within a story.

Etymology

Simply the plural form of 'flashforward,' formed by adding the standard English plural suffix '-s'.

Kelly Says

Multiple flashforwards in a story can create a mind-bending narrative structure—the TV show '30 Rock' played with multiple flashforwards to hilarious effect, showing different possible futures.

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