sequence 1 of 2

noun

ˈsē-kwən(t)s How to pronounce sequence (audio)
Definition of sequencenext
1
as in outcome
a condition or occurrence traceable to a cause the attempt to help was a natural sequence to her charitable nature

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2
as in chain
a series of things linked together a sequence of events that no one predicted

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3
as in arrangement
the way objects in space or events in time are arranged or follow one another police are trying to reconstruct the sequence of events

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sequence

2 of 2

verb

as in to file

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Recent Examples of sequence
Noun
In other words, get ready to read a lot and yet, surprisingly, to enjoy the immersion, as one might the hushed thrill of a surveillance sequence. — Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 2 Oct. 2026 Daniel, a six-minute sequence from Whalefall was shown at CinemaCon and became buzzy and a big surprise of the event. — Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 2 Oct. 2026
Verb
To do that, researchers sequence the DNA of each patient’s tumour (by analysing samples after it’s been removed) and identify its unique mutations. — Harriet Marsden, TheWeek, 21 Aug. 2026 There is evidence that Tehran has sought to sequence the talks in its favor. — Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 5 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sequence
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sequence
  1. outcome
  2. chain
  3. arrangement
  4. file
  5. result
  6. train
  7. ordering
  8. prioritize
Noun
  • These platforms are colonizing existing speculative spaces—like election results and sporting outcomes—while profiting from areas of asymmetrical knowledge that were previously not possible to monetize.
    — Simon Denny, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Additionally, Schumer told Punchbowl News that the outcome of the midterm elections has no bearing on his decision to seek party leadership.
    — Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of outcome
Noun
  • Contract pharmacies grew from roughly 1,300 in 2010 to more than 31,000 by mid-2026, dominated by the largest chains.
    — Casey B. Mulligan, STAT, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Not only are those objectively terrible ideas, but chains of title put guardrails on what studios can do with many iconic characters.
    — Brent Lang, IndieWire, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of chain
Noun
  • The large rooms all have plenty of room for kids and the various suite arrangements accommodate larger families.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Hill raised concerns about the board’s oversight of district spending and its relationships with outside contractors, including consulting arrangements involving former CMS executive in residence Raki McGregor and his company, Qonnect, LLC.
    — Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of arrangement
Verb
  • The Cornell 7 lawsuit refers to the legal document filed by an unnamed Cornell University student who accused seven men of raping and drugging her at a frat house party in October 2024 — and faced no legal consequences.
    — Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Dozens of similar lawsuits have been filed on whether cities can sue oil and gas companies over damage linked to global warming.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of file
Noun
  • The result is sophisticated yet inviting—think elevated beach house with a dash of desert aesthetic.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Another prospective study, from Emory University, found evidence of racial bias, but that the inaccurate results were not fully accounted for by variations in skin tone.
    — Anil Oza, STAT, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of result
Noun
  • The backstory This hotel was originally built in 1902 for the North British Railway company; porters would take guests from their trains to an elevator that led straight to reception.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Bus and train passengers in Miami-Dade are one vote away from seeing their first fare hike in 13 years, with the County Commission set to decide the issue Tuesday.
    — Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of train
Noun
  • Others, like its restaurants’ signature Southern hospitality, will evolve as diners change their ordering and eating habits.
    — Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 4 Oct. 2026
  • Earlier this spring, the Maryland General Assembly passed legislation ordering cuts to EmPOWER, the state’s energy efficiency program.
    — Tom Nyein, Baltimore Sun, 3 Oct. 2026
Definition of ordering
Verb
  • Eco effort Energy saving technologies, state-of-the-art waste management systems, electric vehicles, and plastic reduction strategies are all here, and the property prioritizes local farmers and ingredients.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
  • These releases were often filled with field recordings and improvisations, prioritizing the glimpse into the artist’s mind over the rigors of craft.
    — Daniel Bromfield, Pitchfork, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of prioritize

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“Sequence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sequence. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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