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 pair of high-profile sequels failed to live up to their predecessors, critically and commercially, leaving the door open for the academy’s international contingent — 24% of Oscar voters live outside the United States — to wave the flags of their countries.
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Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 19 Jan. 2026
The Fellowship of the Ring (2001) as well as its two sequels, The Two Towers from 2002 and Return of the King from 2003.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 19 Jan. 2026
The film spawned seven sequels.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 17 Jan. 2026
Much like the gonzo open ending of the first 28 Years Later, the parting moments of The Bone Temple demand a follow-up, offering a tantalizing tease of a sequel that (in this case) hasn’t yet been filmed.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 15 Jan. 2026
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Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 19 Jan. 2026
The Fellowship of the Ring (2001) as well as its two sequels, The Two Towers from 2002 and Return of the King from 2003.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 19 Jan. 2026
The film spawned seven sequels.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 17 Jan. 2026
Much like the gonzo open ending of the first 28 Years Later, the parting moments of The Bone Temple demand a follow-up, offering a tantalizing tease of a sequel that (in this case) hasn’t yet been filmed.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 15 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sequel
Noun
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The risk of an attack had ebbed, but the outcome would ultimately depend on a meeting between the two leaders.—
Jon Lee Anderson,
New Yorker,
15 Jan. 2026
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Creative expression as a path to healing Art therapy offers a similar reset, focusing on expression rather than outcomes.—
Nicole Nielsen,
CBS News,
15 Jan. 2026
Noun
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This move risks dangerous results from the military and security establishment in the country, as well as the substantial Cuban contingent working in the security sphere.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
8 Jan. 2026
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According to Fox 5, citing a flight expert, the unusual incident may not have been the result of a hard landing, but a possible malfunction in the aircraft’s automatic braking system.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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Using a red filter will lessen the impact of red objects in the resultant B&W photo.—
Harvey Levine,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Jan. 2026
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The resultant working group recommended that the TWC develop a wage supplement or bonus plan for childcare workers—requiring an investment of more than $2 billion.—
Lauren Hilgers,
Harpers Magazine,
30 Dec. 2025
Noun
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The tense music and security cam footage seem to suggest this isn’t over, that Cooper could face consequences for hurting the guy.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Vulture,
11 Jan. 2026
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Now there is hard evidence this all is getting very real, with consequences for everyone who pays an electric bill.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Jan. 2026
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For brands, these partnerships offer cultural relevance, direct access to consumers, and a chance to test performance products in one of the few individual sports where personal style shines.—
Jessica Schiffer,
Vogue,
14 Jan. 2026
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These labels indicate the product has met rigorous safety standards.—
Shivani Vyas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2026
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“Sequel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sequel. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.
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