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spin-off

[spin-awf, -of] / ˈspɪnˌɔf, -ˌɒf /


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DreamWorks Animation will receive a $19.2 million tax credit for its “Shrek” spin-off, “Donkey,” which is set for release in 2028, and was awarded a financial offset of $7.8 million for a yet-untitled feature.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 7, 2026

The project is considered a representative spin-off case in which defense research has been adapted for civilian use.

From Science Daily Jul. 2, 2026

The feasibility study says tunnels could boost direct economic activity related to the spaceport as well as spin-off benefits such as other aerospace industrial development and tourism.

From BBC Jun. 29, 2026

Comcast said it expects the tax-free spin-off in approximately one year and that it will hold up to 19.9% of NBCUniversal at the outset.

From MarketWatch Jun. 29, 2026

Lately, they've all been some weird spin-off about Frida.

From "Patina" by Jason Reynolds

Every one of Disney’s remakes and spin-offs of its animated hits has been a naked cash grab.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 9, 2026

Like Neville, Lineker's network has developed spin-offs, but the Goalhanger brand extends well beyond sport.

From BBC Apr. 24, 2026

Stretching out a successful series typically leads to spin-offs — and yes, Mills says, those conversations are happening with “Mormon Wives” — at least at the time of the interview.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 19, 2026

The upcoming slate is ambitious: a Mandalorian feature film, a new season of Ahsoka, a Darth Maul-centered animated series and several additional series and spin-offs are scheduled for release across Disney+ and theaters.

From Salon Jan. 18, 2026

By 1980, the Lisp Machine project had generated two commercial spin-offs.

From Free as in Freedom: Richard Stallman's Crusade for Free Software by Williams, Sam




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