Flashback
Flashback noun - A transition (in literary or theatrical works or films) to an earlier event or scene that interrupts the normal chronological development of the story.
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Synonyms for Flashback
Nostalgia and flashback are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Nostalgia" instead a noun "Flashback".
Nearby Word: flash
Nostalgia
Nostalgia noun - Longing for something past.
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Synonyms for Nostalgia
Flashback and nostalgia are semantically related. Sometimes you can replace term "Flashback" with "Nostalgia", this nouns are similar.
Nearby Word: nostalgic
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Nostalgia Filter: The flashback segments is seen as this to Ken's Uncle and his father whenever they speak fondly about their days in green.
Source: Film / Ah Boys to Men -
Nostalgia Level: The flashback where you play as Altaïr has you traversing the rooftops of Acre, specifically the citadel where William of Montferrat was assassinated.
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Color Wash: The flashback scenes have a thick yellowish orange tint, presumably both to reflect the hot summer and the nostalgia.
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