as in outcome
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 sequel
In a surprise move that ultimately scuppered Lucas' vision for the franchise, Disney would buy Lucasfilm in 2012, and a whole new sequel trilogy was created instead.
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Daryl Baxter, Space.com, 30 Mar. 2026
Maybe audiences really do want original characters starring in non-sequels?
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 30 Mar. 2026
Sydney Sweeney is returning for the sequel alongside Michele Morrone, who also appeared in the first film.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 30 Mar. 2026
Along with making the sequel, a documentary crew will be filming the entire behind-the-scenes process and the relationship between Cynthie and her co-star Jack Turner-Jones, who are actually rivals but also faked a romance during the press trail of the first movie thirteen years ago.
—Haruka Iwasaki, Literary Hub, 18 Mar. 2026
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Daryl Baxter, Space.com, 30 Mar. 2026
Maybe audiences really do want original characters starring in non-sequels?
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 30 Mar. 2026
Sydney Sweeney is returning for the sequel alongside Michele Morrone, who also appeared in the first film.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 30 Mar. 2026
Along with making the sequel, a documentary crew will be filming the entire behind-the-scenes process and the relationship between Cynthie and her co-star Jack Turner-Jones, who are actually rivals but also faked a romance during the press trail of the first movie thirteen years ago.
—Haruka Iwasaki, Literary Hub, 18 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sequel
Noun
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The same way that alcohol affects people differently, mixing alcohol and CBD can cause different outcomes in different people.—
Maggie O'Neill,
Verywell Health,
1 Apr. 2026
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The 100 Best leaders focus on what’s effective, not simply efficient—on outcomes, not just usage.—
Michael Bush,
Fortune,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Speak up to create results that show integrity.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Mar. 2026
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Most of the games Gordon has missed this season have been the result of a recurring right hamstring strain.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The resultant device blends fast discharge speeds with massive storage capacity, holding up to 25 times more energy per kilogram than conventional versions.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Mar. 2026
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Then came the attack on Iran, with the resultant manufacturing of consent.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The consequences were manifold.—
David D. Kirkpatrick,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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This gap has real consequences, the authors argue.—
Kelly Davis,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Nurse was among the 76ers’ contingent scouting the Duke product leading into the 2025 NBA Draft.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
29 Mar. 2026
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In 2024, Mead Johnson discontinued the product.—
David Hilzenrath,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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“Sequel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sequel. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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