Explore Prequel through 10+ example sentences from English, with an explanation of the meaning. Ideal for language learners, writers and word enthusiasts.
Prequel meaning
In a series of works, an installment that is set chronologically before its predecessor, especially the original narrative or (perhaps improper usage) any narrative work with at least one sequel.
Using Prequel
- The main meaning on this page is: In a series of works, an installment that is set chronologically before its predecessor, especially the original narrative or (perhaps improper usage) any narrative work with at least one sequel.
- In the example corpus, prequel often appears in combinations such as: the prequel, prequel to, prequel series.
Context around Prequel
- Average sentence length in these examples: 26.7 words
- Position in the sentence: 7 start, 8 middle, 5 end
- Sentence types: 19 statements, 1 questions, 0 exclamations
Corpus analysis for Prequel
- In this selection, "prequel" usually appears in the middle of the sentence. The average example has 26.7 words, and this corpus slice is mostly made up of statements.
- Around the word, bridgerton, yellowstone, true, series, gave and trilogy stand out and add context to how "prequel" is used.
- Recognizable usage signals include a prequel film about and a true prequel to a. That gives this page its own corpus information beyond isolated example sentences.
- By corpus frequency, "prequel" sits close to words such as carlo, cartridges and cliffs, which helps place it inside the broader word index.
Example types with prequel
The same corpus examples are grouped by length and sentence type, making it easier to see the contexts in which the word appears:
Column: Does the ‘Bridgerton’ prequel ‘Queen Charlotte’ whitewash British racism? (10 words)
For example, the prequel series "1883" was originally only available on Paramount+. (12 words)
Ahead of The Bridgerton Prequel Series, The Novel “Queen Charlotte” Will Be Published. (13 words)
Despite effectively being a prequel story chronicling the earlier eras of the Jedi and Sith, being this far removed from the movies chronologically is part of what made Knights of the Old Republic such a compelling standalone story. (38 words)
A Quiet Place: Day One updates come from Emily Blunt, who starred in the first two movies in the franchise and has somewhat tongue-in-cheek response to being asked if she'll appear in the prequel. (37 words)
Both video game development and filmmaking are taxing processes in their own respects, but with what goes into casting for live-action theatrical movies, a prequel could explore Batman's rogues' gallery in more depth. (35 words)
Column: Does the ‘Bridgerton’ prequel ‘Queen Charlotte’ whitewash British racism? (10 words)
Example sentences (20)
This “sequel of a prequel” gave McGregor’s Obi-Wan, one of the best things about the prequel trilogy, even more time to shine.
While the prequel is infamously known for its lax approach to continuity, it's imperative that the prequel acknowledges it, considering how pivotal it is to the character's story.
On top of all that, while we’re definitely getting a prequel book by Suzanne Collins, a prequel movie is not a definite.
The second chapter brought her back as a ghost, the third was a prequel to the first and the third edition is a sequel to the prequel, all to ensure Elise is still alive.
A California court dismissed the case after the judge ruled that Polychron’s text was, in fact, infringing on Amazon’s prequel, released in September 2022.
Ahead of The Bridgerton Prequel Series, The Novel “Queen Charlotte” Will Be Published.
Ahmed Best is for playing another character, the unnecessarily controversial Jar Jar Binks, a character who became vitally important to the prequel era despite being loathed by older viewers.
All four seasons of Star Trek: Discovery and the Yellowstone prequel series 1883 are also included in the lineup.
A prequel film about his other attempts at swiping magical items could give a better look into the mysteries of Agrabah.
A Quiet Place: Day One updates come from Emily Blunt, who starred in the first two movies in the franchise and has somewhat tongue-in-cheek response to being asked if she'll appear in the prequel.
A spin-off and prequel to Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga is set to continue the post-apocalyptic series with a film focusing on Imperator Furiosa played by Anya Taylor-Joy.
At this time, Gunn has not announced unveiled his plans for Wonder Woman besides a prequel series set on Themyscira before the birth of Diana Prince.
Between "Game of Thrones" and the prequel series, "House of the Dragon," we've seen several kings and queens rise and fall at different points in Westeros's history.
Beyond that, the setting and concepts are incredibly similar to what would come later, despite the manga the movie is based on not being created as a true "prequel" to a succeeding story.
Both video game development and filmmaking are taxing processes in their own respects, but with what goes into casting for live-action theatrical movies, a prequel could explore Batman's rogues' gallery in more depth.
Column: Does the ‘Bridgerton’ prequel ‘Queen Charlotte’ whitewash British racism?
Depending on how CBS wants to progress prequel's narrative, he can still come back to Medford for a while until he fully relocates to California for his post-graduate studies at Caltech.
Despite effectively being a prequel story chronicling the earlier eras of the Jedi and Sith, being this far removed from the movies chronologically is part of what made Knights of the Old Republic such a compelling standalone story.
Dodgy, duplicitous, and yet charming, Slater’s portrayal of Allagash has drawn comparisons with Kilmer’s Madmartigan from the 1988 film, which acts as a prequel to the Disney+ series.
For example, the prequel series "1883" was originally only available on Paramount+.
Common combinations with prequel
These word pairs occur most frequently in English texts:
- the prequel 54×
- prequel to 33×
- prequel series 27×
- prequel trilogy 15×
- as prequel 12×
- prequel and 12×
- this prequel 10×
- is prequel 7×
- be prequel 5×
- both prequel 5×