artificiality

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And while there is a distinct artificiality to just about every aspect of the film’s structure, that affectation is what makes “Propeller One-Way Night Coach” so special.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

The concept of a year-round mountain resort took the area into a realm of artificiality that is no longer seen as viable.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

We have moved from the likeness of thought, expressed through artificiality, to the plausible existence of the real thing, artificially achieved.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 13, 2025

For example, he agreed with cinematographer Patrick Scola that shooting on 16mm film would add realism to a story taking place in a realm of artificiality.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 21, 2025

No matter how much we hobnob, there’s an air of artificiality in this reimagined best-friendship.

From "Odd One Out" by Nic Stone