as in serialized
appearing in parts or numbers that follow regularly
"Uncle Tom's Cabin" first appeared as a serial novel from 1851 to 1852
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as in periodical
a publication that appears at regular intervals
the university library has a vast collection of serials
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Recent Examples of serial
Big Think, 26 Mar. 2026
Prosecutors plan to pursue a new theory at the upcoming May trial that Dominguez bought and was using heavy doses of cannabis for months contributing to his mental condition at the time of the serial stabbings.
—Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 26 Mar. 2026
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 21 Nov. 2025
Fantomas was first adapted for the big screen by into a silent crime film serial directed by Louis Feuillade for Gaumont in 1913.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 4 Nov. 2025
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Adjective
Jon McNeill is a serial entrepreneur and business leader who served as president of Tesla and helped lead its growth from $2 billion to $20 billion in just 30 months.
—Big Think, 26 Mar. 2026
Prosecutors plan to pursue a new theory at the upcoming May trial that Dominguez bought and was using heavy doses of cannabis for months contributing to his mental condition at the time of the serial stabbings.
—Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 26 Mar. 2026
Noun
Ghost is a serial-production, semi-customizable yacht, meaning owners can put their stamp on it.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 21 Nov. 2025
Fantomas was first adapted for the big screen by into a silent crime film serial directed by Louis Feuillade for Gaumont in 1913.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 4 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for serial
Adjective
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Lucaville Italy is also developing a psychological thriller based on Dario Argento’s directorial debut The Bird with the Crystal Plumage and a serialized reboot of Palermo Milan, a cross-European action drama following a security detail escorting a key ‘Ndrangheta informant.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
24 Mar. 2026
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The first cast member was just confirmed, the creative team has deep roots in series-building, and the premise leans into darker, more serialized storytelling than the monster-of-the-week formula most viewers know.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
24 Feb. 2026
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The periodical, which began in 1818 in Maine, has long covered a wide variety of topics, including long-range weather forecasts, moon phases and astronomy, gardening advice, recipes, and practical advice.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
31 Jan. 2026
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Designate a place near the entryway for all mail, periodicals, and paper forms.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
13 Jan. 2026
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Cardboard and newspaper layering handles broader coverage around trees and garden beds over time.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 Mar. 2026
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Covering the cardboard or newspaper with a layer of wood chips or mulch also keeps your garden looking tidy while the weed-blocking material does its work underneath.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
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The new research is published in the journal ChemSusChem.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Mar. 2026
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The Sweetest Origin Story The inspiration behind the journal is just as charming as the pages themselves.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
26 Mar. 2026
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In the Viride and Piazzetta restaurants, diners enjoy delicious dishes from one of the country’s star chefs, while the collection of art, objects, and books speaks to Italian culture and design.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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The filing indicates that the 20,000-square-foot Barnes & Noble with a cafe may be selling books by the holidays.—
Matt Leclercq,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Mar. 2026
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In 1996, the Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association of America (TIAA) and College Retirement Equities Fund (CREF) placed an ad in a magazine that read like a warning from the future.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
29 Mar. 2026
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Nearly 30 years ago, a magazine ad made a bold prediction about the future cost of everyday life.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
29 Mar. 2026
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“Serial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/serial. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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