sequel

noun

ˈsē-kwəl How to pronounce sequel (audio)
Definition of sequelnext
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 Ishirō Honda is most famous in the West for establishing the kaiju genre and directing Godzilla and seven of its sequels. — Rory Doherty, Time, 3 July 2026 Grossing more than $217 million worldwide against a $30 million budget, the Wayans’ sequel delivered the exact kind of crowd-pleasing victory lap many fans hoped for. — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 2 July 2026 Reitman and Kenan are executive producing, alongside the feature sequels’ producer Amie Karp and original Ghostbuster Dan Aykroyd. — Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 2 July 2026 Cline's sequel, Ready Player Two, is reportedly in development, though this time Spielberg is only attached as a producer. — Grace Dean, Space.com, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for sequel
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sequel
  1. outcome
  2. result
  3. resultant
  4. consequence
  5. product
Noun
  • Even in that outcome, however, as Law recently wrote, Wiggins could end up one day thriving as a high-leverage arm.
    — Will Sammon, New York Times, 12 July 2026
  • Kaley’s case was a first-of-its-kind lawsuit, and the verdict could influence the outcome of thousands of similar lawsuits accusing social media companies of deliberately causing harm.
    — Kaitlyn Huamani, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2026
Definition of outcome
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  • On May 28, Johnson received results finding that the DNA profile sampled from one of Brown’s soda bottles could not be excluded as the contributor of the male blood from the victim’s nightgown, the detective wrote.
    — Amy McDaniel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2026
  • The chip sell-off also come despite strong results from ASML.
    — Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 16 July 2026
Definition of result
Noun
  • The resultant sonic boom shock waves frequently shattered windows, cracked building walls, and unnerved citizens within earshot.
    — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 1 July 2026
  • Justices Thomas and Jackson focused in part on the court’s notorious 1857 decision called Dred Scott, which ruled a slave couldn’t be a citizen or claim the resultant rights and privileges.
    — Chris Kenning, USA Today, 30 June 2026
Definition of resultant
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  • Both Skaug and House Speaker Mike Moyle, R-Star, said in the release that Boise wasn’t following that law and both hinted at possible consequences.
    — Carolyn Komatsoulis Updated July 13, Idaho Statesman, 14 July 2026
  • While motorists often see the immediate aftermath of a collision, the consequences can extend beyond the roadway.
    — Brian Unger, CBS News, 13 July 2026
Definition of consequence
Noun
  • The tariff will apply to a host of Brazilian products, but will exempt certain major exports including coffee, beef, avocados, Brazil nuts, petroleum oils and aircraft parts, according to a notice published by the Office of the USTR.
    — Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 16 July 2026
  • Highline Warren manufactures and distributes aftermarket products for automotive maintenance.
    — Carson Bonner, AJC.com, 16 July 2026
Definition of product

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