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What is the blending words of showbiz?

It's hard to say definitively what the "blending words" of showbiz are, as it's a broad term with many sub-genres and areas. However, here are some common blends you might encounter in showbiz, along with examples:

General Show Business:

* Showbiz: Already a blend of "show" and "business."

* Movieland: Blend of "movie" and "Hollywood."

* Stagecraft: Blend of "stage" and "craft."

* Screenplay: Blend of "screen" and "play."

* Blockbuster: This is a blend of "block" and "buster," but not a typical example of a newly-created word.

Film and Television:

* Docudrama: Blend of "documentary" and "drama."

* Telefilm: Blend of "television" and "film."

* Sitcom: Blend of "situation" and "comedy."

* Miniseries: A blend of "mini" and "series," often indicating a shorter story arc than a traditional series.

Music:

* Rockumentary: Blend of "rock" and "documentary."

* Indiepop: Blend of "independent" and "pop."

* R&B: Blend of "rhythm" and "blues."

* Hip-hop: Not a traditional blend, but the term itself signifies a merging of musical styles and cultures.

Theater:

* Musical: Blends "music" and "play" (though often assumed to be a separate genre from a "play").

* Dramedy: Blend of "drama" and "comedy."

* Showstopper: A blend of "show" and "stop," used to describe a particularly memorable performance.

Other:

* Headliner: Blend of "head" and "liner," often used to describe the main act or performer.

* Backstage: Blend of "back" and "stage," referring to the area behind the stage.

* Spotlight: A blend of "spot" and "light"

Remember, this is just a selection, and there are many more blends used in the showbiz world.

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