SEQUEL Synonyms: 61 Similar and Opposite Words

sequel

noun

ˈsē-kwəl

Definition of sequel

as in outcome

a condition or occurrence traceable to a cause higher prices are a logical sequel to higher costs for manufacturers

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Recent Examples of sequel The duo took to the stage during the event and addressed the crowd in character to tease the plot of the upcoming sequel, per USA Today. — Meg Walters, InStyle, 15 Aug. 2026 Man Of Tomorrow, the sequel to Superman, comes out in July of 2027, with the next Batman film slated for 2028. — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026 Much of Disney’s studio showcase focused on sequels of franchises past and present. — Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2026 Costume designer Mona May has returned for the sequel, ensuring their style will be a modern take on the vintage trends that have now come back around three decades later. — Kathleen Perricone, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sequel

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Noun

Rather than risk that outcome, the entire family chose to move to Mexico together.

— Maria Santana, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2026
The most likely outcomes in my mind are Makhachev controlling Garry for the majority of the fight and winning a clear decision, or perhaps submitting him.

— Brett Appley, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of outcome

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Christy Ucheibe scored the resultant penalty to set up a tense finale.

— ABC News, ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026
Their resultant study published in The Astrophysical Journal Letters documents one of the rarest cosmic occurrences on record, while also raising new questions about what’s possible during a supernova explosion.

— Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of resultant

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This frantic race risks sacrificing AI safety, cutting corners, and increasing risk tolerance, potentially leading to more severe consequences than intended.

— Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026
The influencer had amassed 50,000 followers, but not by respecting the boundaries of personal space — let alone the legal consequences of non-consensual filming inside a changing room.

— Amy O’Brien, Vogue, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of consequence

Noun

This can stem from improper product layering, barrier disruption, over-cleansing, and more.

— Brianna Peters, Vogue, 13 Aug. 2026
The new, 115,000 square-foot store is expected to employ around 450 people and will sell a variety of food, including produce, baked goods, deli products and will offer a selection of wine and beer.

— Mike Darnay, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026

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