Protagonist vs. antagonist?
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Alanna Madden
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February 6, 2021
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Grammar Tips
A protagonist is the leading, center character of a story. An antagonist is the primary opponent or foe of a story’s protagonist.
Alanna Madden
February 6, 2021
Grammar Tips
A protagonist is the leading, center character of a story. An antagonist is the primary opponent or foe of a story’s protagonist.
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Alanna Madden
February 6, 2021
Grammar Tips
A protagonist is the leading, center character of a story. An antagonist is the primary opponent or foe of a story’s protagonist.
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