catenations

noun

plural of catenation
as in sequences
a series of things linked together a catenation of missteps and miscalculations that ultimately grew into a colossal blunder

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  1. sequences
  2. trains
  3. chains
  4. strings
Noun
  • Combine the two, and Spain have shown there are multiple threats to their game that transcend long sequences of possession.
    — Mark Carey, New York Times, 18 July 2026
  • The sequences cap off a half-decade romantic journey and offer a counter to some of Heartstopper’s detractors.
    — Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 18 July 2026
Definition of sequences
Noun
  • Gonzalez said more stations in the southern Blue Line corridor, which extends to Cosumnes River College, will close later this year as RT prepares the stations for the new trains to enter service in 2027.
    — Madison Smalstig, Sacbee.com, 24 July 2026
  • Many people were killed in attacks on refugee groups and trains crossing the border.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 July 2026
Definition of trains
Noun
  • Private equity firms control most major chains, maintaining local branding for customer trust.
    — Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 23 July 2026
  • Coffee chains are also capitalizing on this trend, with chains like Starbucks and Dunkin’ offering protein milks for customers who want to get more out of their morning coffee.
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 July 2026
Definition of chains
Noun
  • Hassett’s tenacious acoustic guitar figure is stark and dusky like early Leonard Cohen, oozing low strings and a big oily bass.
    — Brian Howe, Pitchfork, 21 July 2026
  • Crumbl is giving away free cookies to customers with no strings attached.
    — Julia Gomez, USA Today, 20 July 2026
Definition of strings
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