personal anecdote
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Have a story idea to pitch, personal anecdote to share, or feedback on this series?
From Slate • Nov. 29, 2024
The ceremony and benefit dinner featured special guest Oprah Winfrey, who used a personal anecdote to touch on the power of books to liberate “one page at a time.”
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 15, 2023
Haley is reviving the personal anecdote she would give in South Carolina — almost verbatim.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 22, 2023
With actors it often came with a personal anecdote revealing an unexpected side to a character.
From Washington Times • Feb. 1, 2021
Malignant critics, when they cannot attack an author's peace in his writings, frequently scrutinize his private life; and every personal anecdote is published without regard to truth or propriety.
From Tales and Novels — Volume 08 by Edgeworth, Maria
