anecdote
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈæn.ɪk.dəʊt/
Definition
A short, interesting, or amusing story about a real incident or person.
Examples
She kept the audience entertained with a series of witty anecdotes from her years as a travel journalist.
The biography is filled with personal anecdotes that reveal the softer side of the famous politician.
He shared an anecdote about his first day at work that perfectly illustrated the chaotic nature of the office.
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