page-turner

noun

page-turn·​er ˈpāj-ˌtər-nər How to pronounce page-turner (audio)
: an engrossing book or story

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Beyond the page-turner of a script from screenwriter Justin Piasecki, the Oscar and Emmy winner jumped at the opportunity to collaborate with Mackenzie. Jessica Wang, EW.com, 5 June 2025 Sometimes the listless mind craves action, adventure, and drama, but propulsive page-turners aren’t the only way to dispel dullness. Rhian Sasseen, The Atlantic, 29 May 2025 The Sharp Objects and Dark Places author also teased a bit about the work-in-progress, which — fans of Flynn may be excited to learn — is another thriller like her previous page-turners. Bailey Richards, People.com, 29 May 2025 The prolific New York Times best-selling author hooked us with her debut, The Wedding Date, followed by a roster of page-turners featuring dynamic Black women. Mariette Williams, Essence, 15 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for page-turner

Word History

First Known Use

1972, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of page-turner was in 1972

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“Page-turner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/page-turner. Accessed 8 Jun. 2025.

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