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temporal sequence

[/ˈtɛmpərəl ˈsiːkwəns/]
nounpl: temporal sequences
sequência temporal
1. A series of events or elements arranged in the order they occur in time
The temporal sequence of historical events helps us understand cause and effect.
A sequência temporal dos eventos históricos nos ajuda a compreender causa e efeito.
2. In grammar or linguistics, the arrangement of verbs and tenses to show time relationships
The temporal sequence in the sentence indicates that the first action happened before the second.
A sequência temporal na sentença indica que a primeira ação aconteceu antes da segunda.
3. In film, video, or narrative, the order in which scenes or events are presented
The director used a non-linear temporal sequence to tell the story.
O diretor usou uma sequência temporal não-linear para contar a história.
Synonyms
chronological sequencetime sequencechronological ordersequential order
Antonyms
random ordernon-sequential arrangement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
sequência temporal
Standard usage in academic and technical contexts
Portugal
sequência temporal
Equivalent usage with same meaning in Portuguese
General Brazilian
ordem cronológica
Alternative term commonly used interchangeably

Related Idioms & Phrases

in chronological order
in sequence
step by step
one after another
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