1. books, movies, or other works that continue the story of an earlier work
Usage: plural of sequel
2. events or situations that follow as a result of something earlier
Usage: formal

Examples

• The movie studio announced three sequels to the popular superhero film.
• Many readers were disappointed by the sequels to their favorite novel.
• The sequels never quite captured the magic of the original story.
• Hollywood often produces sequels to capitalize on successful movies.
• The political scandal had serious sequels that lasted for years.
• These economic policies will have unfortunate sequels for future generations.