noun
a category of writing that is valued for its aesthetic qualities and literary style rather than its informative content
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The professor's expertise in belles-lettres is evident in her insightful analysis of classic literature.
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I enjoy reading belles-lettres in my spare time to relax and unwind.
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I never really got into that whole belles-lettres thing, I prefer more modern literature.
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Her writing style is like a beautiful tapestry, weaving together elements of belles-lettres with contemporary themes.