art imitates life

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The observation that a creative work was inspired by true events; based on a true story.

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Meanings

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  1. The observation that a creative work was inspired by true events; based on a true story.
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art imitates life. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 5, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/art%20imitates%20life

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“art imitates life.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/art%20imitates%20life. Accessed November 5, 2026.

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