Definitions

sequence

[see-kwuhns] / ˈsi kwəns /

NOUN

series, order

Synonyms

STRONGEST

arrangement array progression string

STRONG

chain classification concatenation continuance continuity continuousness course cycle disposition distribution flow graduation grouping ordering perpetuity placement procession row run sequel skein streak subsequence succession successiveness track train

WEAK

catenation consecution consecutiveness pecking order

Antonyms

STRONG

interruption stoppage

Example Sentences

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Glover recounted parts of the re-entry sequence, including a few moments before the main parachutes on their vehicle deployed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Different programs are designed each year and run in a sequence once the sun sets.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

Since 1990, says Lee, there have been four instances in which the following sequence occurred: The VIX closed above 30, oil then fell more than 15% and the VIX then closed below 20.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026

There is no opening credits sequence, not even a single bit of pre-title exposition to get viewers acclimated to the characters or the setting.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

I am trying to remember to use sequence to tell my story.

From "The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle" by Leslie Connor

Vocabulary lists containing sequence

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