"different story" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: different stories [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} different story (plural different stories)
  1. (science fiction fandom slang, dated) Any story featuring elements of science fiction or fantasy (as opposed to typical stories which are set in the real world). Tags: dated, slang Categories (topical): Fantasy, Narratology, Science fiction Synonyms: impossible story Related terms: scientifiction
    Sense id: en-different_story-en-noun-W-6ZIDh5 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries Topics: lifestyle, literature, media, publishing, science-fiction

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