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
Producer Laurence Mark returns for the sequel, as does executive producer Barry Kemp.
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Angelique Jackson, Variety, 8 June 2026
More than 40 years later, Ghostbusters has become a multimedia franchise, with most of the original stars reprising their roles in 1989's Ghostbusters II and the two legacy sequels in the 2020s.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 8 June 2026
The Robertrigo duet was a sequel to their moment last summer at England’s Glastonbury Festival, almost a year ago.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 8 June 2026
The Romy and Michele sequel is now in production.
—Angeline Jane Bernabe, ABC News, 8 June 2026
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Angelique Jackson, Variety, 8 June 2026
More than 40 years later, Ghostbusters has become a multimedia franchise, with most of the original stars reprising their roles in 1989's Ghostbusters II and the two legacy sequels in the 2020s.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 8 June 2026
The Robertrigo duet was a sequel to their moment last summer at England’s Glastonbury Festival, almost a year ago.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 8 June 2026
The Romy and Michele sequel is now in production.
—Angeline Jane Bernabe, ABC News, 8 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sequel
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The outcome of Tuesday's Democratic primary represents the latest example of the divide among Democrats over the party's direction.—
Kaia Hubbard,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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The state has a history of substantial vote updates after Election Day that can sometimes shift the outcome of elections as late-arriving mail and drop-off votes are counted.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 June 2026
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In the 21st century, Carson remains a cultural touchstone, not only spurring generations of people in the global environmental movement but also inspiring a deep well of nature writing and thinking as a result of her works on the sea.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 June 2026
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The chance of advancing from the group phase isn’t far-fetched, with a diverse squad of new and seasoned players and recent results that offer glimmers of hope for a run in the tournament.—
Jim Sciutto,
CNN Money,
8 June 2026
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This is because, as the authors of the study note, people holding grudges tend to feel a sense of righteousness surrounding their hurt, as well as with their experience of the resultant grudge itself.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Both aircraft were destroyed in the resultant crash with fire causing the death of four crew members on both planes.—
Jerry Shnay,
Chicago Tribune,
1 June 2026
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The economic consequences, however, are straightforward.—
Wayne Winegarden,
Oc Register,
7 June 2026
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Florida cattle industry braces for potential economic impact Even so, an outbreak could have major economic consequences for ranchers and dairy producers.—
CBS Miami Team,
CBS News,
7 June 2026
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All products and listings featured on Condé Nast Traveler are independently selected by our editors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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Town Council President Joe Hofferth, R-2, said concerns were brought to the council two years ago as well, and the council is happy to look into the product and other possible solutions for mosquito and other bug mitigation.—
Michelle L. Quinn,
Chicago Tribune,
6 June 2026
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“Sequel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sequel. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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