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sequels


Meanings
  • noun

    A film, book, or other creative work that continues the story of one or more earlier works.

    - "The Matrix Reloaded is a sequel to The Matrix."
    - "J.K. Rowling wrote several Harry Potter sequels."

Antonyms

prequel
Rhymes
Words rhyming with sequels
rehearsals , mauve shoes , gauze poesies , jaws close
Variants
List of all variants of sequels that leads to same result
sequel , sequels
Etymology
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From the Latin sequelae, meaning 'following, consequences'.


Trivia
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  1. The Lord of the Rings books by J.R.R. Tolkien are considered a trilogy of sequels, as they continue the story of The Hobbit.

  2. The Terminator film series includes both sequels and prequels.

  3. The Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling is a seven-book sequence, with the final book being both a sequel and a conclusion to the series.


Related Concepts
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  1. prequel: A creative work that tells events before those of an earlier work.

  2. spin-off: A creative work that is related to an earlier work but tells a new story or focuses on new characters.


Culture
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In literature and cinema, sequels are often used to continue a popular story or franchise. They can provide closure to unanswered questions or explore new themes and characters. In some cases, sequels can be critically acclaimed and beloved by fans, while others may be seen as unnecessary or disappointing.

How to Memorize "sequels"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a line of people or events following one after another, like a train of cars or a series of dominos falling.

  2. associate

    - Think of a sequel as a continuation of a story you already know and love.

  3. mnemonics

    - Sequels = Stories EQUALing Understood Qualities, Enjoyment, and Learning.


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