as in trio
a series of three novels, movies, etc., that are closely related and involve the same characters or themes
the last book in the trilogy a science-fiction trilogy
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The original Sky trilogy is stuck on PSP and Steam, which is why the FC is such an important milestone for the series.
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George Yang, Rolling Stone, 30 Sep. 2025
Chinese auteur Jia Zhangke is set to begin production on his next feature in December, marking a shift toward contemporary storytelling after his recent trilogy spanning decades of Chinese social change.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 28 Sep. 2025
After Beyoncé released albums in the country and dance categories, there has been growing speculation that the last project in the trilogy could be a rock album.
—Caché McClay, USA Today, 26 Sep. 2025
Tomb Raider is one of gaming's most recognizable franchises, and has seen a reboot trilogy, plenty of spin-offs, and even live-action adaptations.
—PC Magazine, 22 Sep. 2025
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George Yang, Rolling Stone, 30 Sep. 2025
Chinese auteur Jia Zhangke is set to begin production on his next feature in December, marking a shift toward contemporary storytelling after his recent trilogy spanning decades of Chinese social change.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 28 Sep. 2025
After Beyoncé released albums in the country and dance categories, there has been growing speculation that the last project in the trilogy could be a rock album.
—Caché McClay, USA Today, 26 Sep. 2025
Tomb Raider is one of gaming's most recognizable franchises, and has seen a reboot trilogy, plenty of spin-offs, and even live-action adaptations.
—PC Magazine, 22 Sep. 2025
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Two days later, the bullpen held the line after an early wobble by opener Aaron Ashby, and the trio of first baseman Andrew Vaughn, catcher William Contreras and outfielder Jackson Chourio all went deep.—
Andy McCullough,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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The trio took in the designer's spring/summer 2026 collection in loose-fitting casualwear, with all three sporting denim.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
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Continue reading … SILENT KILLERS – Risk of deadly cancer triples with hidden mouth bacteria.—
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FOXNews.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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The 23-year-old hit 45 percent of his catch-and-shoot triples last season, according to Second Spectrum.—
Fred Katz,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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That’s the holy trinity of the liberal tradition.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
23 Sep. 2025
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Alongside framing a poetics of wonder and wander, the writings across this trinity of works give us glimpses into how the world taught Oliver to love, a generosity revealed in what has sometimes been seen as lack.—
Natalie Diaz
September 11,
Literary Hub,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Trilogy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trilogy. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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