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also epilogs
as in sequels
a final section or speech after the main part of a book, play, or musical composition
—sometimes used figuratively
The main character's death was alluded to in the epilogue. His final years were a peaceful epilogue to a life of adventure.
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Noun
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Way more sequels are set for 2025, driving business, if not heartfelt fervor.—
David Bloom,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024 -
As list shows, sequels drew the biggest audiences in 2024.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Fast-moving plays, intense gaming sessions, and epic finales stay sharp and fluid without the annoying blur.—
Juhi Wadia,
PCMAG,
14 Mar. 2025
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There’s also a winning streak on the line — KU has won 40 consecutive home finales.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
7 Mar. 2025
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“Epilogues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/epilogues. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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