plural sequels
1
: a book, movie, etc., that continues a story begun in another book, movie, etc.
The new film is a sequel to the very successful comedy that came out five years ago.
He is busy writing the book's sequel.
2
: something that happens after and usually as a result of a previous event
There is an interesting sequel to my date with her that I'll share with you later.
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“Sequel.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/sequel. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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