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as in next
being the one that comes immediately after another
business was slow in the restaurant's first year, but the ensuing year saw a much-needed increase
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as in subsequent
being, occurring, or carried out at a time after something else
the war and the ensuing famine caused unimaginable suffering
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as in replacing
to come at a later time; to happen as a result
When the news broke, a long period of chaos ensued.
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Recent Examples of ensuing
Michael-Shawn Dugar, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
By the time the Patriots punted away the ensuing possession, Allen was ready.
—Joe Buscaglia, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
The ensuing years have demonstrated that that isn’t a viable approach.
—Nana Ama Sarfo, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Meanwhile, the spending legislation, along with the ensuing chaos in the House, prompted intense criticism of House Speaker Mike Johnson for his handling of the situation.
—Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 22 Dec. 2024
The ensuing scramble for the loose ball and Strong’s desperation 3-point miss cemented USC’s win.
—Ben Pickman, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
The offense had to settle for a field goal on the ensuing drive.
—The Athletic College Football Staff, The Athletic, 21 Dec. 2024
It was shuttered in 2020 following the COVID-19 pandemic and the country’s ensuing economic crisis.
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 21 Dec. 2024
After all, Washington's blanket and top-two primary results have often served as a decent predictor for the national political environment in the ensuing November election.
—Geoffrey Skelley, ABC News, 10 Dec. 2024
Verb
Minnesota kicked a field goal on the ensuing drive to take a 17-7 lead.
—Michael-Shawn Dugar, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
By the time the Patriots punted away the ensuing possession, Allen was ready.
—Joe Buscaglia, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
The ensuing years have demonstrated that that isn’t a viable approach.
—Nana Ama Sarfo, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Meanwhile, the spending legislation, along with the ensuing chaos in the House, prompted intense criticism of House Speaker Mike Johnson for his handling of the situation.
—Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 22 Dec. 2024
The ensuing scramble for the loose ball and Strong’s desperation 3-point miss cemented USC’s win.
—Ben Pickman, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
The offense had to settle for a field goal on the ensuing drive.
—The Athletic College Football Staff, The Athletic, 21 Dec. 2024
It was shuttered in 2020 following the COVID-19 pandemic and the country’s ensuing economic crisis.
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 21 Dec. 2024
After all, Washington's blanket and top-two primary results have often served as a decent predictor for the national political environment in the ensuing November election.
—Geoffrey Skelley, ABC News, 10 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ensuing
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December 18, 2024 The Housemaid is the next project for director Paul Feig (who made Bridesmaids and A Simple Favor, among others), and the movie promises to be filled with mystery and suspense.Paloma González, Glamour, 18 Dec. 2024
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People often come up to him and ask who his next guest might be.Brian Steinberg, Variety, 18 Dec. 2024
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This potential wave of IPOs comes after a period of inflated valuations in 2021, a subsequent market correction, and investor skepticism that cast doubt on the long-term viability of many fintechs.Zennon Kapron, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Finneas did almost as much pacing on stage during his opening set as Billie did running during the subsequent performance — and in formal wear, as opposed to his sister’s action-ready soccer jersey, Dodgers cap and basketball shorts.Chris Willman, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024
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At a June meeting, the City Council approved modifications to the project, including replacing trees slated for removal with larger trees than previously envisioned and adding shade structures to cover the sidewalk.Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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For example, instead of replacing an entire HVAC system, companies can install more efficient compressors, variable-speed pumps or upgraded controls to maximize performance.Thomas Grizzetti, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Rogan developed a following first and foremost as a comedian, a mixed-martial-arts personality, and a dude who’s really into galaxy-brain ideas, weird conspiracy theories, and his own beliefs about the world, some of which are noxious.Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 11 Nov. 2024
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The series’ increasing scale and globe-trotting in its following seasons unfortunately resulted in Ryder being sometimes siloed from the main action; so many of her romantic-relationship beats and her obsessive concern for Will feel like regurgitations of her season-one arc.Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 6 Sep. 2024
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Alvarez was charged on superseding information.Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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Prosecutors have said their criminal investigation is ongoing and additional charges or defendants could be added in a possible superseding indictment.Elizabeth Wagmeister, CNN, 21 Oct. 2024
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“Ensuing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ensuing. Accessed 4 Jan. 2025.
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