sequential
adjective
se·quen·tial
si-ˈkwen(t)-shəl 
2
: following in sequence
3
: relating to or based on a method of testing a statistical hypothesis that involves examination of a sequence of samples for each of which the decision is made to accept or reject the hypothesis or to continue sampling
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Things in sequence, or regular order, are arranged sequentially. Most novels and films move sequentially, but some use techniques such as flashbacks that interrupt the movement forward in time. Sequential courses in college must follow each other in the proper order, just like sequential tasks or steps.
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Put the cards in sequential order.
explained that if the two required algebra semesters weren't sequential, the students would likely forget the material
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Zev Fima, CNBC, 3 Nov. 2024
Despite its sequential name, Shanghai Kepler Robotics says that the new Forerunner K2 actually represents the fifth generation model.
—Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 27 Oct. 2024
This might lead to a few sequential dryer cycles (and a higher electric bill)—and is less recommended for allergies, as noted above.
—Suzy Forman, SELF, 24 Oct. 2024
Energy Storage was a bright spot in Q3 as even with a sequential decline in deployments and (21%) sequential decline in revenue, gross margin expanded from 24.5% to 30.5%.
—Beth Kindig, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for sequential
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“Sequential.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sequential. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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sequential
adjective
se·quen·tial
si-ˈkwen-chəl
1
: of, relating to, or arranged in a sequence
sequential file systems
2
: following in sequence
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