as in trio
a series of three novels, movies, etc., that are closely related and involve the same characters or themes
the last book in the trilogy a science-fiction trilogy
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Recent Examples of trilogy
The novel was also the first in trilogy, later followed by The Beautiful Room is Empty (1988) and The Farewell Symphony (1997).
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Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 4 June 2025
Blythe Danner and Teri Polo, who also starred in the original trilogy of movies, are also expected to return for the fourth film.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 30 May 2025
In addition, Yates took on the Potter spinoff Fantastic Beasts trilogy.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 27 May 2025
The horror musical was an instant success and turned into a trilogy with Milo at the helm.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 26 May 2025
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Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 4 June 2025
Blythe Danner and Teri Polo, who also starred in the original trilogy of movies, are also expected to return for the fourth film.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 30 May 2025
In addition, Yates took on the Potter spinoff Fantastic Beasts trilogy.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 27 May 2025
The horror musical was an instant success and turned into a trilogy with Milo at the helm.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 26 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for trilogy
Noun
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Archaeologists in Austria recently unearthed a trio of Roman era mosaics, which shed light onto life in ancient times.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2025
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Now a trio, following the departure of bassist Max Oleartchik, Big Thief recorded Double Infinity live over the span of three weeks at New York’s Power Station, with longtime collaborator Dom Monks handling production, engineering, and mixing duties.—
Walden Green,
Pitchfork,
3 June 2025
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McLaughlin’s triple is matched by jockey Laffit Pincay Jr. in 1984.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2025
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Jake Munroe, hitting .338, tops the squad with four triples.—
Walter Villa,
Miami Herald,
5 June 2025
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“Trilogy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trilogy. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.
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