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a brief account of something interesting that happened especially to one personally
told us once again that anecdote about the dog and the bike
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Keltner examines the effects of awe on human well-being, creativity and social connection, citing research and anecdotes.
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R. Daniel Foster, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
Purposely rejecting negativity on their show, longtime friends McDaniel and James instead give personal anecdotes and convivial advice on how to make lemonade with the lemons life gives.
—Essence, 28 Mar. 2025
His comedy style blends humor with personal anecdotes.
—John Coffren, Baltimore Sun, 27 Mar. 2025
Through real-world anecdotes and thoughtful advice, Emotionally Invested helps individuals and couples build a fearless approach to retirement planning.
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R. Daniel Foster, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
Purposely rejecting negativity on their show, longtime friends McDaniel and James instead give personal anecdotes and convivial advice on how to make lemonade with the lemons life gives.
—Essence, 28 Mar. 2025
His comedy style blends humor with personal anecdotes.
—John Coffren, Baltimore Sun, 27 Mar. 2025
Through real-world anecdotes and thoughtful advice, Emotionally Invested helps individuals and couples build a fearless approach to retirement planning.
—Forbes Press Releases, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
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“Anecdote.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/anecdote. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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