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sequel

[see-kwuhl] / ˈsi kwəl /


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Alien: Isolation 2 is the long-awaited sequel to Horsham-based Creative Assembly's 2014 survival-horror game.

From BBC Aug. 29, 2026

David Kittredge’s documentary takes an unorthodox look at the much-derided horror sequel and its director, John Boorman.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 27, 2026

They called him to ask if the duo could use it for their new blockbuster, Practical Magic 2, a sequel to the 1998 romantic fantasy tale.

From BBC Aug. 26, 2026

And with most of the original cast now long gone, the latest sequel often feels as cursed as that treacherous netherworld.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 21, 2026

The sequel to a great movie is usually not as good as the original.

From "Innumeracy: Mathematical Illiteracy and Its Consequences" by John Allen Paulos

While rewatching one of the “Miasma” sequels, Kris takes out a pen and paper, writes the word “DESIRE” in all caps, and underlines it twice.

From Salon Aug. 26, 2026

"The drop from number five's opening in July 2023 is substantial but typical of these sequels."

From Barron's Aug. 23, 2026

Featuring tracks like “Savage” and “Selfish,” the critically acclaimed project paved the way for them to release two hit sequels.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 12, 2026

Regina Hall, 55, is an actress known for the films “Scary Movie” and four of its sequels, “Support the Girls” and “One Battle After Another.”

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 14, 2026

There could—and would—be sequels starring his cohorts: Specialist Manny Loco and Privatejasper Jacks and the rest.

From "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green




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