SEQUENCE Synonyms: 155 Similar and Opposite Words

sequence 1 of 2

noun

ˈsē-kwən(t)s

Definition of sequence

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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as in chain

a series of things linked together a sequence of events that no one predicted

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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

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verb

as in to file

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Recent Examples of sequence

Noun

The death of Binev is the latest of a new sequence of high-profile killings. — ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026 In one sequence, Evans showers nude for Fielder and his crew. — David MacK, CNN Money, 23 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

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Noun

The outcome in California's 13th District could hinge on whether Lincoln can attract moderate and swing voters beyond the Republican base.

— Darrielle Fair, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026
The trial is continuing to track participants’ longer-term outcomes.

— ABC News, ABC News, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of outcome

Noun

People used to be able to fill up their tires for free at GetGo, but now the gas station chain charges $3.

— Barry Pintar, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026
Council voted 11-3 to endorse the boycott of the popular coffee chain Starbucks, pledging not to buy any of its products until the company finalizes a fair contract with its unionized baristas.

— Shaddi Abusaid, AJC.com, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of chain

Noun

Such an outcome would depend on that country’s laws, applicable extradition arrangements and cooperation from federal authorities.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 19 Oct. 2026
His successor, Bennett, had been among its fiercest critics, raising the prospect that the arrangement might finally end.

— Eric Cortellessa, Time, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of arrangement

Noun

Election experts have said many instances of noncitizens registering to vote are a result of administrative error or confusion on the part of the immigrant — not intentional criminality.

— Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2026
Some core symptoms of anxiety and depression, such as avoidance and a lack of motivation, can be seen as the results of a brain stuck in the dark room, according to Friston.

— Maia Szalavitz, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of result

Noun

Customers have encountered problems accessing online ordering and digital coupons.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2026
Westfield Topanga’s food hall, meant to replace part of a shuttered Sears with upscale dining, lost nearly all its original restaurants amid complaints about prices, noise, and the ordering system.

— Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of ordering

Verb

Bruce Avolio, professor of management at the University of Washington, sees the fictional coach as an example of a leader who prioritizes learning, humility, and the people around him.

— Preston Fore, Fortune, 20 Oct. 2026
Maryland has also prioritized investments in Park Heights through the ENOUGH Initiative, which has provided nearly $3 million for revitalization efforts led by Park Heights Renaissance.

— Adam Thompson, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026

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