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
The original movie was directed by Barbet Schroeder and was based on John Lutz’s 1990 novel SWF Seeks Same, and had a sequel starring Kristen Miller titled Single White Female 2: The Psycho.
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Sharareh Drury, People.com, 14 Mar. 2025
Disney first confirmed in a New York Times retrospective interview in May 2023 that a sequel to the film was in development, with both stars in talks to return.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 14 Mar. 2025
In 2005, a direct-to-video sequel titled Single White Female 2: The Psycho was released.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 14 Mar. 2025
And yes, this film scores free points for inspiring one of the finest and most joyful sequels of the 21st Century.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 14 Mar. 2025
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Sharareh Drury, People.com, 14 Mar. 2025
Disney first confirmed in a New York Times retrospective interview in May 2023 that a sequel to the film was in development, with both stars in talks to return.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 14 Mar. 2025
In 2005, a direct-to-video sequel titled Single White Female 2: The Psycho was released.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 14 Mar. 2025
And yes, this film scores free points for inspiring one of the finest and most joyful sequels of the 21st Century.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 14 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sequel
Noun
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The president didn’t rule it out as a potential outcome.—
William Gavin,
Quartz,
10 Mar. 2025
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The outcome in House District 40B could end Republicans' one-vote edge in the state House, returning the chamber to a rare 67-67 tie.—
Torey Van Oot,
Axios,
10 Mar. 2025
Noun
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That goal against came as a direct result of Pontus Holmberg badly losing a puck battle in the defensive zone, too.—
Nick Ashbourne,
The Athletic,
14 Mar. 2025
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What do alleged mistakes made as the results of editorial decisions and/or failures within broadcasters in London have to do with a cohort of people reporting in the most deadly conflict for journalists since the Second World War?—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
13 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Show how data from customers/employees contributes to product innovations; present plans for sharing resultant value. 2.—
James Felton Keith,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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Finally, the resultant structure was coated in potassium hydroxide, which washes away less stable structures and leaves behind thousands of microscopic pores.—
Michael Franco,
New Atlas,
20 Dec. 2024
Noun
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In a way, Kelly is saying something even Democrats would agree with: elections have consequences.—
Ben Adler,
USA TODAY,
9 Mar. 2025
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Often those predictions are loaded with a twist in their tail, leading to unintended consequences.—
Vipin Bharathan,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Plastic products: Clean plastic bottles, plastic packaging, plastic cups, and more.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Mar. 2025
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Whether through investments, real estate, digital products, or licensing your expertise, building multiple income streams can provide financial security and freedom in retirement.—
Melissa Houston,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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“Sequel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sequel. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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