sequences
Pronunciation: [ˈsiːkwənsɪz]
Context: "mathematics"
(noun) a list of numbers or things that follow a certain order. Imagine counting numbers or a pattern you see in shapes. Each item comes one after another based on a specific rule.
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In math class, we learned about number sequences like counting by twos: 2, 4, 6, 8.
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The numbers 1, 3, and 5 are not part of a sequence that counts by twos.
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Can you name a sequence that starts with the number five and counts upward?
Context: "events"
(noun) a series of events or actions that happen one after another. Picture a story where one thing leads to another, like falling dominoes.
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The movie had a thrilling sequence of events that kept viewers on the edge of their seats.
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There wasn't a clear sequence in his story, so it was confusing to follow.
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What sequence of events led to the final outcome of the competition?
Context: "composition"
(noun) a specific order of notes in music or a pattern in dance or art. It's like arranging pieces perfectly, so they sound or look nice together.
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The musician created a beautiful sequence of notes that made the song memorable.
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The sequence of notes in that song didn’t really fit together well.
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How does the sequence of dance moves change the overall performance?