the following

noun

: the following one or ones

—used to introduce a list, a quotation, etc.

The finalists are the following: Mary, James, and George.

The following are the times of departing trains: 2 p.m., 4 p.m., and 8 p.m.

Examples of the following in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Components can move from machining to assembly on the same day or the following day, enabling teams to test design changes on physical hardware sooner. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2026

The production stalled in 1964 when the couple separated, and Kumari’s health declined sharply over the following years. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 14 Oct. 2026

Union and state officials were supposed to reconvene the following week, according to Pierman. — Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 14 Oct. 2026

The applications will be reviewed by the state over the following months. — Eva Flowe october 14, Charlotte Observer, 14 Oct. 2026

Rhymes for the following

• hollowing
• swallowing
• wallowing