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spin-off

[spin-awf, -of] / ˈspɪnˌɔf, -ˌɒf /


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The former publicist rose to fame in 2007 when he joined the cast of The Hills, a spin-off of the MTV reality show Laguna Beach, as the boyfriend of Heidi Montag.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

They’ve had the spin-off, “The Good Fight,” and “Elsbeth” is in that universe, but it feels totally different.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

Some of those shows received mixed reviews, though “The Mandalorian” and “Rogue One” spin-off “Andor” were breakout hits, praised by critics and largely revered by fans.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

He first played the sharp-suited but dim-witted character on "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart" before getting a spin-off, "The Colbert Report."

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

“The buzz is—Leo Espinosa is going to create a new Dog Squad spin-off called CanineCommandos'. Dozer and Petunia? You two will be the stars! You’re going to have your own show! On Apple TV!”

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein




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