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Die Handlung
This feminine noun refers to the sequence of events in a story. It comes from the verb 'handeln' meaning to act or take action.
Examples in context
Die Handlung des Stücks ist sehr komplex.
The plot of the play is very complex.
Ich konnte der Handlung des Films kaum folgen.
I could hardly follow the plot of the movie.
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