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also epilog
as in sequel
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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Recent Examples of epilogue
The epilogue Biostatistician Gathmann stayed at Novartis and moved up the ranks.
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Sydney Lupkin, NPR, 10 May 2026
In the epilogue to the book, Olson relates a story about how an influencer named Lyla Biggs posted a video on TikTok right before Black Friday in 2023 featuring the company’s Casey low-rise baggy jeans in the Astrid wash.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 8 May 2026
To prove it, the writer-director Damian McCarthy opens his movie with the epilogue to Ohm’s latest book, a desert death trek with a Spanish treasure hunter (Austin Amelio) and his desperately thirsty child guide (Ezra Carlisle).
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Another option would be for the sequel to simply pick back up in 1984, prior to the film's epilogue, and continue covering Jackson's life up until around 1992.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026
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Sydney Lupkin, NPR, 10 May 2026
In the epilogue to the book, Olson relates a story about how an influencer named Lyla Biggs posted a video on TikTok right before Black Friday in 2023 featuring the company’s Casey low-rise baggy jeans in the Astrid wash.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 8 May 2026
To prove it, the writer-director Damian McCarthy opens his movie with the epilogue to Ohm’s latest book, a desert death trek with a Spanish treasure hunter (Austin Amelio) and his desperately thirsty child guide (Ezra Carlisle).
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Another option would be for the sequel to simply pick back up in 1984, prior to the film's epilogue, and continue covering Jackson's life up until around 1992.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for epilogue
Noun
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David Frankel, who directed the 2006 film, and Aline Brosh McKenna, who wrote the original screenplay, returned for the sequel along with producer Wendy Finerman.—
Payton Turkeltaub,
Variety,
23 June 2026
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The sequel was directed by David Frankel, written by Aline Brosh McKenna, produced by Wendy Finerman and executive produced by Michael Bederman, Karen Rosenfelt, and Aline Brosh McKenna.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
23 June 2026
Noun
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After her young son Lucerys died in the Season 1 finale, her eldest son Jace (Harry Collett) was killed in the Battle of the Gullet along with his dragon, Vermax.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
22 June 2026
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And yet, the most gruesome naval battle in Westerosi history surely would have thrilled as a season finale.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
22 June 2026
Noun
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Pugh-Banks secured three individual gold medals, claiming gold in the all-around final and on the vault and floor exercise, the latter ending in a tie.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
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Other than Bonnie having a new bestie and Buzz and Jessie getting married, the status quo is essentially unchanged, in contrast to the way the last two installments shook things up in a massive way with their endings.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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Most still attended eventually, recognizing that follow-up care and screenings could be lifesaving, but researchers said delays remain a concern.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2026
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The computer can’t be responsible for checking on progress, so there also still needs to be a structured follow-up between teams to keep a solution moving forward.—
David Caines,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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Community partners currently leasing space in the facility also will operate as usual until the closing date, the YMCA said.—
DIAMOND VENCES,
Charlotte Observer,
17 June 2026
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First, Dad’s damp basement office, then, the sound of Dad’s voice reciting the opening and closing stanzas.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 June 2026
Noun
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Godlike, which was reissued last month by NYRB Classics with a new afterword by Raymond Foye, was originally published in 2005.—
Jarrett Earnest,
The New York Review of Books,
11 Mar. 2026
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Introduction, afterword and compilation copyright © 2026 by Property Of, Inc.—
Via Scribner,
Literary Hub,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Hart of Dixie Season 1 initially set the stage for a George (Scott Porter) and Zoe endgame, but somewhere along the way, Wade and Zoe’s chemistry undeniably sped the relationship into the lead.—
Selena Schorken,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 June 2026
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Rivian still believes that the future of 100 percent electric vehicles represents the endgame for the entire automotive industry, even amid widespread backtracking from legacy automakers toward more internal-combustion and hybrid models.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
9 June 2026
Noun
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These showers should wrap-up around noon.—
Scott Withers,
CBS News,
17 May 2026
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Cleaning activities will wrap-up around noon, followed by a lunch provided by the Forest Preserve District.—
Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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