linearity
noun [ U ] uk/ˌlɪn.iˈær.ə.ti/ us/ˌlɪn.iˈer.ə.t̬i/
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线性
the fact of involving a series of events or thoughts in which one follows another one directly
Linearity is rare in true autobiographies. We don't live in a straight line. 线性在真正的自传中是很罕见的，我们并不是生活在一条直线上。
The conventional linearity of the narrative is constantly subverted. 传统的线性叙述方式不断被颠覆。
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- Film sequences that once were run together by a studio demanding linearity have now been fractured and intercut in accordance with Welles' intentions.
- I'd rather let an offensive post stand and see an apology than have it deleted. I hate having the linearity of the discussion destroyed.
- She plays with sentence format and punctuation as fearlessly as she disregards linearity of story line.
- His approach to narrative replaces the rigid linearity of the three-act model with complex, impressionistic forms.
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直线性
the fact of consisting of straight lines
It is the beautiful linearity of the compositions that predominates in this exhibition. 在这次展览中，占主导地位的是优美的直线性构图。
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- The strict linearity of the prints is at times offset by curves.
- In her art, the harsh linearity and semi-abstraction of cubism are apparent.