as in next
being the one that comes immediately after another
the following morning, I found the cat was gone
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as in audience
a group of people showing intense devotion to a cause, person, or work (as a film)
that rock star attracts quite a following
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as in succeeding
to come after in time
a wrap-up always follows the Super Bowl broadcast
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as in pursuing
to go after or on the track of
let's follow the boys to their hiding place
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as in obeying
to act according to the commands of
follow me, and you'll do OK
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as in traversing
to make one's way through, across, or over
followed the path into the garden
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as in noting
to take notice of and be guided by
don't follow his advice
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as in watching
to keep one's eyes on
stood on the platform and followed the departing train until it disappeared from sight
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Recent Examples of following
Escher Walcott, People.com, 7 Oct. 2024
As his following grows, Allen also has been more open with his audience about his life.
—Felecia Wellington Radel, USA TODAY, 1 Oct. 2024
Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 2 Dec. 2024
The 40-year-old grew his following from roughly 100 to more than half-a-million across his social media accounts.
—Julianna Bragg, CNN, 29 Nov. 2024
Caroline Reid, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Leaders around the world are following the fast evolving situation.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 8 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
Morgan appeared with her husband in a following photo as the pair sat together on a couch in what appeared to be their living room with baby Cleo fast asleep on her dad’s lap.
—Escher Walcott, People.com, 7 Oct. 2024
As his following grows, Allen also has been more open with his audience about his life.
—Felecia Wellington Radel, USA TODAY, 1 Oct. 2024
Noun
Score 30% off sitewide, including on lounging hoodies and the brand’s black leggings with a cult following.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 2 Dec. 2024
The 40-year-old grew his following from roughly 100 to more than half-a-million across his social media accounts.
—Julianna Bragg, CNN, 29 Nov. 2024
Verb
One Star Wars show which won't be following suit is The Acolyte.
—Caroline Reid, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Leaders around the world are following the fast evolving situation.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 8 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for following
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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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Preparing for your next promotion is a multifaceted process that requires a balanced approach to ambition and knowledge.Rosalba Carandente, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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The president-elect brought an entourage with him to the stock exchange, including Vice President-elect JD Vance, his wife, Melania Trump, and his two daughters, Ivanka and Tiffany, and stood next to NYSE president Lynn Martin.Karissa Waddick, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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But his perch in Trump’s transition has reportedly unnerved some members of their entourage.Simon Shuster, TIME, 21 Nov. 2024
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Over the years, the organization has made concerted efforts to appeal to audiences outside of its U.S. home, where the market is already greatly saturated.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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Its technology allows companies to segment their audience based on customer behaviors, preferences and purchase history, and to offer a range of tools for marketing automation.Rhonda Richford, WWD, 18 Dec. 2024
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Such admiration undoubtedly stems from his parents, who openly encourage each other’s creative pursuits.Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
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But the pursuit for photos entangles the two in a homicide involving young celebutantes.Mia Galuppo, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Dec. 2024
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Account creation paused after high demand of AI video generator Tips to keep your dog safe while swimming All dogs, big or small, tend to take a dip in the water no matter the temperature.Ahjané Forbes, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Trump was originally set to be sentenced late last month, but after his November 5 election victory, Merchan paused the proceedings.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The key to succeeding as a producer of independent films is to find enough seed money to get your projects off the ground far enough to hopefully find a distributor to pick them up and finance them.Schuyler Moore, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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When potential customers see others like them succeeding with your product, their objections melt away.Jodie Cook, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
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Rehab works as a case manager with the nonprofit Syrian Community Network, while Feras, who was a physician in Syria, is now pursuing a residency program to continue his medical career.Juliana Kim, NPR, 11 Dec. 2024
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And aside from their interest in Sasaki, the Tigers are likely done pursuing additional starting pitchers.Cody Stavenhagen, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
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The new flights to Madrid and Edinburgh will operate on JetBlue's A321-series aircraft, which feature JetBlue's Mint premium experience, consisting of private suites and restaurant-style small plates.Brian Dillon, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Sequestered down a hallway are four bedrooms, including one that’s been converted into an office and a primary suite that comes with a walk-in closet/dressing area and a bath spotlighted by a large rainfall shower, while the lower level holds a spacious family room that flows outside.Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Following.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/following. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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