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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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A simple “Substance”-eque sequence of probiotics triggers a relaxing unconscious state, regenerating a utopian gut biome in a short six to eight weeks.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Having realized its error, the ECB cut its key rate in November, initiating a lengthy sequence that eventually took borrowing costs below zero.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Fish generally moved through these stages in sequence rather than switching back and forth.

From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026

Kineto requires the same sequence of building, testing and refining the app that manual coding does.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

Ed was into the opening sequence of his middle act, the records bouncy ones with good beats.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.