spawn a sequel
Frequency: 6.87.5 per million words
When a successful work leads to the creation of one or more sequels.
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- The original movie was a massive hit and spawned a sequel just two years later.
- It is rare for a cult classic to spawn a sequel that surpasses the original.
- The success of the novel spawned a sequel that explored the protagonist's childhood.
- Developers hope the new video game will spawn a sequel if sales are strong.
- The low-budget horror film surprisingly spawned a sequel due to its viral popularity.
- Critics wonder if the blockbuster will spawn a sequel or remain a standalone story.
- This animated feature has spawned a sequel and several spin-off series.
- The cliffhanger ending was clearly designed to spawn a sequel.
- Few expected that such a niche documentary would spawn a sequel.
- The film has spawned five sequels to date, creating a massive franchise.