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=== Definition === The principle states that if a container (or any significant object) is mentioned in the first act of a play or story, it is likely to be crucial to the plot's resolution or conflict in the final act. Specifically, it suggests that the container will fail to perform its intended function, leading to a pivotal moment in the narrative.
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