Definitions

1. noun

a situation or event at the end of a story, episode, or scene that leaves the audience eager to know what happens next, often due to a sudden twist or unresolved issue.

“The TV show’s final episode was a cliffhanger, ending with a shocking revelation that left viewers eagerly awaiting the next season.”

2. verb

to end a story, episode, or scene in a way that leaves the audience eager to know what happens next, often due to a sudden twist or unresolved issue.

“The writer decided to cliffhang the story, leaving the reader with a cliffhanger ending that would keep them guessing until the next book.”