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as in outcomes
a condition or occurrence traceable to a cause
the attempt to help was a natural sequence to her charitable nature
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as in chains
a series of things linked together
a sequence of events that no one predicted
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as in arrangements
the way objects in space or events in time are arranged or follow one another
police are trying to reconstruct the sequence of events
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Recent Examples of sequences
Natasha O'Neill, Vanity Fair, 26 Jan. 2026
There are several virtuosic sequences, including the plane crash and Linda’s duel to the death with the boar, that fully justify the film’s R rating and induce laughter with their audacity.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 26 Jan. 2026
Silence, which could salvage entire sequences of the movie, is rarely allowed to exist — let alone take full hold of the viewer.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 23 Jan. 2026
There are no green screens or digital inputs; Nwosu and her team actually shot full sequences on the highways of Lagos — a tremendous feat for a debut feature filmmaker working in a city widely known for its suffocating traffic.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 22 Jan. 2026
There's macho panache and white-knuckle action sequences aplenty as Pitt's eccentric Formula 1 veteran plays reluctant mentor to a hotshot rookie (Damson Idris).
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 22 Jan. 2026
The production shot for some three months in the Mattancherry and Fort Kochi areas of Kerala, with the fight sequences scheduled after most dramatic scenes were completed.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 21 Jan. 2026
Still, Wallace, who is a journalist and executive producer of the series, describes the season 2 finale scene in which Tommy unveils his plans for CTT as one of the most fun sequences to shoot of the entire series.
—Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 19 Jan. 2026
Tarr's reputation for films tinged with misery and hard-heartedness, distinguished by black-and-white cinematography and unusually long sequences, only grew throughout the 1990s and 2000s, particularly after his 1994 film Sátántangó.
—Alina Edwards, NPR, 6 Jan. 2026
Noun
Instead, most elements are choreographic—step sequences, hydroplaning, and twizzles (a continuous forward-moving twirl on one foot).
—Natasha O'Neill, Vanity Fair, 26 Jan. 2026
There are several virtuosic sequences, including the plane crash and Linda’s duel to the death with the boar, that fully justify the film’s R rating and induce laughter with their audacity.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 26 Jan. 2026
Silence, which could salvage entire sequences of the movie, is rarely allowed to exist — let alone take full hold of the viewer.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 23 Jan. 2026
There are no green screens or digital inputs; Nwosu and her team actually shot full sequences on the highways of Lagos — a tremendous feat for a debut feature filmmaker working in a city widely known for its suffocating traffic.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 22 Jan. 2026
There's macho panache and white-knuckle action sequences aplenty as Pitt's eccentric Formula 1 veteran plays reluctant mentor to a hotshot rookie (Damson Idris).
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 22 Jan. 2026
The production shot for some three months in the Mattancherry and Fort Kochi areas of Kerala, with the fight sequences scheduled after most dramatic scenes were completed.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 21 Jan. 2026
Still, Wallace, who is a journalist and executive producer of the series, describes the season 2 finale scene in which Tommy unveils his plans for CTT as one of the most fun sequences to shoot of the entire series.
—Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 19 Jan. 2026
Tarr's reputation for films tinged with misery and hard-heartedness, distinguished by black-and-white cinematography and unusually long sequences, only grew throughout the 1990s and 2000s, particularly after his 1994 film Sátántangó.
—Alina Edwards, NPR, 6 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sequences
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This work translates to improving military readiness and long-term health outcomes for today’s warfighters.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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Despite substantial investment, outcomes remain uneven, and access to alternatives is often constrained by income.—
Carol Platt Liebau,
Hartford Courant,
5 Feb. 2026
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Fast-food chains like Shake Shack and Chipotle are among those that have rolled out high-protein, lower-carb menus, as Fox News Digital previously reported.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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Load your car with winter travel gear, including tire chains, ice scraper/snowbrush, jumper cables, and road flares.—
Katie Wiseman,
IndyStar,
26 Jan. 2026
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The Act also introduced new flexibility features, including allowing employer matching contributions on student loan repayments, creating emergency savings options linked to retirement plans, and expanding the availability of Roth treatment across retirement arrangements.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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Its acoustic arrangements are sparse and her lyrics fragmentary, but the mood is warm and inviting.—
Marissa Lorusso,
Pitchfork,
26 Jan. 2026
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Los Angeles leaders called on Wasserman to resign after the series of racy emails between him and Maxwell were released in the latest batch of the Jeffrey Epstein files over the weekend.—
Nicole Comstock,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Continue reading … FOUL PLAY – Lions fan files $100M lawsuit after DK Metcalf clash, denies racial slur claims.—
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FOXNews.com,
4 Feb. 2026
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The party publicized them as China is positioning itself as a more reliable economic and political partner than the US – and starting to see results.—
Stephanie Yang,
CNN Money,
4 Feb. 2026
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The latest move is an escalation in the ongoing battle over the results of the 2020 presidential election.—
Greg Bluestein,
AJC.com,
3 Feb. 2026
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Just like the trains themselves, these glamorous culinary experiences are reminiscent of the golden era of travel, with gracious table-settings, intricate confections, and a leisurely, unhurried pace.—
Jessica Puckett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Feb. 2026
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American Express travel data show bookings to Japan among Gen Z and millennials have surged 1,300% since 2019, turning the country into an idealized escape where trains are on time, streets are spotless, and strangers are unfailingly polite.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
5 Feb. 2026
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India unveils budget, but investors aren’t impressed India’s new annual budget prioritizes fiscal discipline and manufacturing in critical sectors but nevertheless failed to impress investors hoping to see bolder reforms to meet the turbulent geopolitical moment.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
3 Feb. 2026
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Shaped by women who lead recognizable organizations and informed by real-world experience, the platform prioritizes long-form thought leadership that professionals trust.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
31 Jan. 2026
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Even if the industry’s analysis is exaggerated, the real-world consequences would be a disaster.—
Matthew Kandrach,
Boston Herald,
27 Jan. 2026
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Speaking publicly in moments like this can introduce legal risk, political backlash, and unintended consequences for employees.—
Dev Patnaik,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Sequences.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sequences. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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