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
The film tapped into contemporary anxieties about police brutality and institutional corruption, became a cult phenomenon and spawned two sequels.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 23 May 2026
Since this film was released, there have been three direct sequels and two Minions movies (with a third coming in July), along with tons of toys, specials, video games, and even multiple theme-park attractions.
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 23 May 2026
The actress reprised the role in seven sequels (and counting), even coming back from the dead after her apparent demise in Fast & Furious (2009).
—Andrew Walsh, Entertainment Weekly, 23 May 2026
He’s also talked about ideas for Obsession sequels and even an anthology series where different kinds of wishes and their unforeseen effects are explored.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
With a cast including Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan and Baby Reindeer‘s Jessica Gunning, the pic looks set to spawn sequels as its producers turn to British children’s film franchises such as Harry Potter and Paddington for inspiration.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 15 May 2026
Meanwhile, Herlihy teased to The Hollywood Reporter that following the success of Happy Gilmore 2 more Sandler sequels could be on the way.
—Joyann Jeffrey, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
During a wintry white-out, Kris drives to her home to hopefully entreat Billy to star in the remake Kris is developing, which is meant to wipe the slate clean of the many bad sequels and reboots.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 13 May 2026
In 2025, nine of the top ten highest-grossing films were sequels, remakes or franchise installments.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 9 May 2026
Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 23 May 2026
Since this film was released, there have been three direct sequels and two Minions movies (with a third coming in July), along with tons of toys, specials, video games, and even multiple theme-park attractions.
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 23 May 2026
The actress reprised the role in seven sequels (and counting), even coming back from the dead after her apparent demise in Fast & Furious (2009).
—Andrew Walsh, Entertainment Weekly, 23 May 2026
He’s also talked about ideas for Obsession sequels and even an anthology series where different kinds of wishes and their unforeseen effects are explored.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
With a cast including Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan and Baby Reindeer‘s Jessica Gunning, the pic looks set to spawn sequels as its producers turn to British children’s film franchises such as Harry Potter and Paddington for inspiration.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 15 May 2026
Meanwhile, Herlihy teased to The Hollywood Reporter that following the success of Happy Gilmore 2 more Sandler sequels could be on the way.
—Joyann Jeffrey, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
During a wintry white-out, Kris drives to her home to hopefully entreat Billy to star in the remake Kris is developing, which is meant to wipe the slate clean of the many bad sequels and reboots.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 13 May 2026
In 2025, nine of the top ten highest-grossing films were sequels, remakes or franchise installments.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 9 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sequels
Noun
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And by the way, New York City doesn’t get better outcomes.—
Stephen Moore,
Boston Herald,
29 May 2026
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Credibility is increasingly tied to demonstrated experience and verifiable outcomes, not just visibility.—
Anmol Goel,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
Noun
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On Election Day on May 26, as results were coming in, Burrows posted to social media congratulating Paxton on his win — 30 minutes before the Associated Press called the race for Paxton.—
Mateo Rosiles,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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Here is our guide about how to follow the results and how to know when races are really called.—
Grace Toohey,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2026
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The controversy has reignited debate over harm-reduction policies, which seek to reduce the health consequences of drug use through services such as clean syringes, smoking supplies, overdose-reversal medication and connections to treatment and housing services.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2026
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Past contestants warn of real consequences from sleuthing and online discourse.—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA Today,
1 June 2026
Noun
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Why are taxpayers subsidizing products that worsen diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and metabolic dysfunction?—
Ed Gaskin,
Boston Herald,
30 May 2026
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All products featured on Vogue are independently selected by our editors.—
Laura Tortora,
Vogue,
29 May 2026
Noun
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Climate models predict a continued, long-term decline of snowpack as the effects of climate change intensify.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
2 June 2026
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Losses from cattle afflicted by the parasite could run into the billions of dollars, with larger effects across the American economy, according to USDA estimates.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
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“Sequels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sequels. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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