as in outcome
a condition or occurrence traceable to a cause
higher prices are a logical sequel to higher costs for manufacturers
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Recent Examples of sequel
As of yet, the sequel has no big screen or even streamer launch on the books.
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Dominic Patten, Deadline, 27 May 2025
The wild critical and commercial success of the first game engendered more patience for the sequel than viewers may have here, and HBO would be wise to strike quickly to keep this story going.
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 26 May 2025
So, they're reunited once again, which certainly sets up a possible sequel.
—Griff Griffin, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 May 2025
The sequel is spicier and leans into its own ridiculousness.
—Megan Vick, EW.com, 17 May 2025
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Dominic Patten, Deadline, 27 May 2025
The wild critical and commercial success of the first game engendered more patience for the sequel than viewers may have here, and HBO would be wise to strike quickly to keep this story going.
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 26 May 2025
So, they're reunited once again, which certainly sets up a possible sequel.
—Griff Griffin, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 May 2025
The sequel is spicier and leans into its own ridiculousness.
—Megan Vick, EW.com, 17 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sequel
Noun
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This outcome means that sprawling universes go well beyond the MCU.—
Eric Kohn,
HollywoodReporter,
21 May 2025
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The outcome was similar, with a judge ruling that intelligent design is not science, and that forcing teachers to give equal time to intelligent design as an alternative to Darwin’s theory would be unconstitutional.—
Dan Falk,
Smithsonian Magazine,
21 May 2025
Noun
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The unintended result was heightened wildfire risk.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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As the documents explained, the authors relied on diagnostic codes to separate miscarriages, which are often also treated with mifepristone, from abortions—a practice that may yield imprecise results.—
Keren Landman,
The Atlantic,
24 May 2025
Noun
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Show how data from customers/employees contributes to product innovations; present plans for sharing resultant value. 2.—
James Felton Keith,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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Finally, the resultant structure was coated in potassium hydroxide, which washes away less stable structures and leaves behind thousands of microscopic pores.—
Michael Franco,
New Atlas,
20 Dec. 2024
Noun
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With climate change, storms are becoming bigger and wetter and are bringing large amounts of rain to inland areas, often with deadly consequences.—
Greg Allen,
NPR,
1 June 2025
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For decades, residential development has occurred to the east and west despite the significant adverse health consequences for neighbors.—
Edward Keegan,
Chicago Tribune,
1 June 2025
Noun
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But one cat has taken method acting to a new level with her impressive performance when her owners have her favorite snack—any dairy product.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 May 2025
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Why Trust Southern Living? Amanda Ogle is a writer for Southern Living who writes product reviews across a range of categories, including cleaning products, travel gear, kitchen gadgets, organization, crafting, home decor, furniture, and fashion.—
Amanda Ogle,
Southern Living,
28 May 2025
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“Sequel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sequel. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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