Definition of sequential
1 : of, relating to, or arranged in a sequence : serial sequential file systems
2 : following in sequence
3 : relating to or based on a method of testing a statistical hypothesis that involves examination of a sequence of samples for each of which the decision is made to accept or reject the hypothesis or to continue sampling
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Examples of sequential in a Sentence
Put the cards in sequential order.
explained that if the two required algebra semesters weren't sequential, the students would likely forget the material
Recent Examples of sequential from the Web
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When golf is the subject, Devin Trusty doesn't believe in sequential progress.
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Intel said sequential revenue growth would resume in the second half of the year.
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Things in sequence, or regular order, are arranged sequentially. Most novels and films move sequentially, but some use techniques such as flashbacks that interrupt the movement forward in time. Sequential courses in college must follow each other in the proper order, just like sequential tasks or steps.
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First Known Use of sequential
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SEQUENTIAL Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of sequential for English Language Learners
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: of, relating to, or arranged in a particular order or sequence
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: happening in a series or sequence
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