SEQUELS Synonyms: 62 Similar and Opposite Words

sequels

noun

plural of sequel

as in outcomes

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 sequels This came about after co-writing a number of prequels and sequels to Frank Herbert’s sci-fi masterwork Dune alongside the author’s son, Brian Herbert. — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 3 Nov. 2026 The first Shrek film premiered on April 22, 2001, and the franchise has since released three sequels and two Puss in Boots spin-offs. — Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 3 Nov. 2026 The movie was released in 1995, became a cult hit, and spawned sequels Next Friday, released in 2000, and Friday After Next, which came out in 2002. — Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 27 Oct. 2026 While today’s cinema listings are crammed with sequels and remakes, with the watching experience couched in discourse and then discourse about the discourse, the best ’90s films were for the most part true originals. — Daisy Jones, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2026 Courteney Cox and David Arquette Courteney Cox and David Arquette met on the set of Scream in 1996, married in 1999, and kept working together on Scream sequels and later as executive producers of her sitcom Cougar Town. — Jp Mangalindan, Entertainment Weekly, 23 Oct. 2026 The horror movie not only became a cult classic, but has continued to put out sequels to this day, with the most recent installment, Scream 7 (2026), also starring Cox. — Giovana Gelhoren, InStyle, 17 Oct. 2026 Jason, who supposedly witnessed his mother’s killing, took up the blade, slaughtering his way through several bloody sequels. — Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026 This movie was massive, spawning three sequels, a spinoff TV series, and more. — Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 9 Oct. 2026

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Noun

The applications are meant to enable Changshin teams to identify issues earlier, reduce handoff friction and use production outcomes to inform future decisions.

— Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2026
The fable also highlights the concept of reciprocity, in which acts of kindness and respect toward others can lead to positive outcomes and opportunities for collaboration and mutual support.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of outcomes

Noun

Election results will be finalized by the California secretary of state in early December.

— Sean Greene, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2026
Consequently, industry experts emphasize that underlying supply tightness remains unchanged, suggesting overnight crude price declines reflect short term market sentiment reactions to election results rather than shifting fundamentals.

— , CNBC, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of results

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The fate of the judiciary now hangs in limbo, with severe consequences for whichever political faction is iced out of power.

— Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 4 Nov. 2026
Without understanding the applicable tax rules and consulting the appropriate professionals, a charitable gift could create unintended tax consequences.

— JP Shaffer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of consequences

Noun

Following a community meeting attended by more than 200 Laramie County residents, Google and its partners are establishing a Community Council to address concerns about the effects of data center expansion on Cheyenne and surrounding communities.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2026
Expensive diesel can have wide-ranging economic effects, including on consumer prices, since the trucking industry and many farmers use the fuel to produce and transport goods.

— DAVID McHUGH, Arkansas Online, 6 Nov. 2026

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