consecutions

noun

plural of consecution
as in sequences
a series of things linked together a consecution of schoolboy misdeeds, juvenile offenses, and misdemeanors that eventually led to a life as a career criminal

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  1. sequences
  2. chains
  3. trains
  4. strings
Noun
  • There are a number of sequences in the film that really stand out.
    — Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2026
  • The partnership effectively aims to shift some chip-design work from engineers manually operating individual software tools to agents capable of carrying out longer sequences of engineering tasks.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of sequences
Noun
  • Our girl is layered in gold chains and wearing a tiara in the middle of the day, but the years have taken a toll; kudos to the series’ makeup team for making Florence Pugh look older and harsher.
    — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Another standout design element came through gilded metallic chains on several sandals, which created a sense of delicate and dynamic glamour.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of chains
Noun
  • The route is expected to come into service next summer, albeit using slower trains that won’t cover the planned 316 miles.
    — Morgan Chalfant, semafor.com, 7 Oct. 2026
  • The backstory In the late 1800s, the Canadian Pacific Railway company began building grand hotels throughout Canada to house passengers traveling on their trains.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of trains
Noun
  • May 21 – June 20 Fun may come with a few strings attached today.
    — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 4 Oct. 2026
  • Gemini May 21 – June 20 Fun may come with a few strings attached today.
    — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of strings
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“Consecutions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consecutions. Accessed 8 Oct. 2026.

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