as in succession
a set of things or events arranged in order or considered together
The museum is having a series of events for children this summer.
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Recent Examples of series
Netflix’s all-supporting strategy for the Globes is a notable departure from traditional awards positioning, where series typically designate clear lead performers.
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Clayton Davis, Variety, 7 Nov. 2025
Created by brothers Jae and Trey Richards, the comedy series follows the Richards brothers’ journey working for an office moving company in Toronto.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 7 Nov. 2025
Beyond the Villa, a dating competition series, is produced by ITV America, in association with GroupM Motion Entertainment.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 7 Nov. 2025
But there’s no denying the impact Ohtani and Yamamoto had on the series.
—Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 2 Nov. 2025
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Clayton Davis, Variety, 7 Nov. 2025
Created by brothers Jae and Trey Richards, the comedy series follows the Richards brothers’ journey working for an office moving company in Toronto.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 7 Nov. 2025
Beyond the Villa, a dating competition series, is produced by ITV America, in association with GroupM Motion Entertainment.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 7 Nov. 2025
But there’s no denying the impact Ohtani and Yamamoto had on the series.
—Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 2 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for series
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Jane perches on the corner of a kitchen chair, replying succinctly to Luna’s long-winded questions as she’s offered an open box of Ritz, a can of Easy Cheese and a bag of Cheetos in rapid succession.—
Elizabeth B. Kim,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Nov. 2025
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Not just that, there are reportedly no plans to pass a law to formally remove Andrew Mountbatten Windsor from the line of succession, according to the BBC.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Marshall and Flagg linked up in the first quarter for one of the best sequences the Mavericks had all night.—
Christian Clark,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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In an overly dramatic transformation sequence, Robert’s boss removes the necklace and is bathed in light — only to wind up a few inches shorter and brunette.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
7 Nov. 2025
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Jennifer Aniston has found love with wellness coach and hypnotist Jim Curtis after a string of high-profile romances with fellow Hollywood stars, including Brad Pitt, Justin Theroux, Vince Vaughn and John Mayer.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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The Current had to pull quite a few strings personnel-wise.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
9 Nov. 2025
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Now, one of her enemies has done the same — only this batch of flames is more like being tossed into an incinerator than warming up by the fireplace.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
4 Nov. 2025
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The scarcity is not performed but natural; small-batch production means fewer than a thousand of any one item exist.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Although timber remains the primary long-term commercial value, growing improved varieties for both nuts and timber is considered potentially highly profitable, provided there is a long-term perspective and proper tree management.—
Randy Moll,
Arkansas Online,
11 Nov. 2025
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For lunch and dinner, Coconut Creek offers a variety of cuisines to choose from, including Papamigos' Asian-Mexican tacos and sushi, fresh seafood at The Fish Joint, and the Italian flavors of Sette Mezzo.—
Skye Sherman,
Southern Living,
10 Nov. 2025
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The chain started with a single location in Rogers in 2017 and offers more than 20,000 drink combinations.—
John Magsam,
Arkansas Online,
8 Nov. 2025
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The content creator dressed in a stunning array of jewels, a chain-style seashell dress from Paco Rabanne retailing for nearly $4,000, and a metallic purse.—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Series.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/series. Accessed 11 Nov. 2025.
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