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Definition of «consecutive»

The term consecutive refers to a sequence or series of events, actions, or objects that follow in immediate succession. In other words, it means happening one after another without any breaks or interruptions. The adjective form is used to describe something that follows immediately after the previous item in a list or sequence.

Usage examples

  1. The team won four consecutive championships.
  2. She has attended three consecutive conferences.
  3. The company reported five consecutive quarters of growth.
  4. The marathon runner finished in the top three for five consecutive races.
  5. The student received straight A's for three consecutive semesters.
  6. The stock market witnessed five consecutive days of decline.
  7. The teacher assigned five consecutive homework assignments over the weekend.
  8. The basketball player made four consecutive three-point shots.
  9. The restaurant has received the prestigious award for three consecutive years.
  10. The city experienced six consecutive days of heavy rainfall.

Phrases with «consecutive»

Sentences with «consecutive»

  • That increase marks three years of consecutive year - over-year increases in national home prices. (blog.myhtr.com)
  • The results of this study reflect the second consecutive year of 100 % corporate counsel participation, up from 72 % in 2009 and 97 % in 2010. (ftitechnology.com)
  • Orders excluding aircraft & parts, a measure of «core» business investment, gained 1.1 % (3.2 % y / y), the third consecutive month of a similar increase. (news-to-use.com)
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