11.   But the plot thickened when each side felt the other was floating the rumor in an attempt to hurt the other.

12.   Every dramatist knows that before the plot can thicken, a mix of characters must be stirred in.

13.   From there, the plot only thickens.

14.   Here, the plot thickens.

15.   It has the disadvantage of never having anything pay off, but the plot does thicken.

16.   Meanwhile, Boston awaits ... and the plot thickens.

17.   Of course, the plot thickens right there.

18.   Now the plot thickens as we proceed inside the house, through the switchback circulation ordained by partitions and the placement of furniture.

19.   Now, my plot thickens.