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n. - A fictional young girl who is saved from her stepmother and stepsisters by her fairy godmother and a handsome prince; A woman whose merits were not been recognized but who then achieves sudden success and recognition.

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  • Cinderella stars audience favorite Dara Cameron as Cinderella (Wizard of Oz, Little Women), and
  • If Cinderella is missing, no one appears to miss her.
  • I'm thinking Cinderella is probably a strong favourite in the fairytale department.
  • The Dr. says: I had seen a board game called Cinderella that my grandchildren enjoyed.
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