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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
Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
Though polls show that a majority of Americans now have an unfavorable view of Israel—an 11-point increase from before the war—the ensuing protests have faced unusual social and legal consequences.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 11 Feb. 2026
When the San Francisco Chronicle axed its stand-alone books section, in 2001, the paper’s editors were overwhelmed by an ensuing crush of vitriolic mail.
—Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 10 Feb. 2026
Regenda certainly won’t forget the ensuing celebration back home, as the players were paraded around Bratislava before going on stage in front of thousands of fans in the city.
—Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
Schmiede offers a rear window and ensuing 270-degree panorama optionally.
—New Atlas, 10 Feb. 2026
Pierre’s pull-up 3 gave the Horned Frogs a 57-55 lead, and Xavier Edmonds stole the ball from Iowa State point guard Tamin Lipsey near midcourt on the ensuing possession.
—Dallas Morning News, 10 Feb. 2026
The ensuing lawsuit prompted the ISU to step in and try to develop systems that would help skaters avoid copyright infringement claims.
—Dave Skretta, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
Andrews went on to draw a foul on the ensuing inbounds play and sank both free throws to cap off the victory for Boise State (14-9, 6-6 Mountain West) against the Wolf Pack (16-7, 8-4), who had beaten them earlier in the season in Reno.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 4 Feb. 2026
Verb
However, Duxbury staged a 6-2 run of its own to begin the ensuing frame, as Tristan Sheehan found a rhythm offensively to push the Dragons ahead, 15-14.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
Though polls show that a majority of Americans now have an unfavorable view of Israel—an 11-point increase from before the war—the ensuing protests have faced unusual social and legal consequences.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 11 Feb. 2026
When the San Francisco Chronicle axed its stand-alone books section, in 2001, the paper’s editors were overwhelmed by an ensuing crush of vitriolic mail.
—Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 10 Feb. 2026
Regenda certainly won’t forget the ensuing celebration back home, as the players were paraded around Bratislava before going on stage in front of thousands of fans in the city.
—Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
Schmiede offers a rear window and ensuing 270-degree panorama optionally.
—New Atlas, 10 Feb. 2026
Pierre’s pull-up 3 gave the Horned Frogs a 57-55 lead, and Xavier Edmonds stole the ball from Iowa State point guard Tamin Lipsey near midcourt on the ensuing possession.
—Dallas Morning News, 10 Feb. 2026
The ensuing lawsuit prompted the ISU to step in and try to develop systems that would help skaters avoid copyright infringement claims.
—Dave Skretta, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
Andrews went on to draw a foul on the ensuing inbounds play and sank both free throws to cap off the victory for Boise State (14-9, 6-6 Mountain West) against the Wolf Pack (16-7, 8-4), who had beaten them earlier in the season in Reno.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 4 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ensuing
Adjective
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The second round of negotiations between the United States and Iran over the latter’s nuclear program will take place next week in Geneva, Switzerland, according to multiple reports.—
Zach LaChance,
The Washington Examiner,
15 Feb. 2026
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SpaceX has three more launches scheduled from Vandenberg this month, the next expected to take place Wednesday, according to the company’s site.—
Jaclyn Cosgrove,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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World Curling has released a statement addressing the claims first made by Sweden on Friday and Kennedy’s subsequent reaction.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
15 Feb. 2026
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The 2026 legislation is moving forward in Tallahassee, though it could be amended at subsequent committee hearings.—
Anthony Man,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The software company announced Monday that co-founder Aneel Bhusri, who served as either co-CEO or CEO from 2009 through 2024, will return to the role, replacing CEO Carl Eschenbach.—
John Kell,
Fortune,
11 Feb. 2026
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The question is whether UM is better served by having Thornton (the accomplished Boston College transfer) at safety and Fitzgerald (six interceptions as a freshman) in the nickel (replacing Keionte Scott) or vice versa.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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If the measure passes, violators would face penalties under the Maryland Consumer Protection Act, including an up to $10,000 fine for a first offense and a $25,000 fine for any following offenses.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
20 Jan. 2026
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Drivers are advised to use extra caution this morning, allow greater following distance, and allow extra time to reach your destination.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Citi noted that market positioning continues to reflect supply concerns, with oil for near-term delivery trading at a premium to later months, and skewed call option pricing showing that traders are still paying up for protection against higher prices.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
5 Feb. 2026
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The excavation also uncovered later artifacts, including iron and stone cannonballs and lead shot dating to the English Civil War, according to the university.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The superseding indictment adds four counts of acts of terrorism while armed, two counts each of first-degree murder and assault with intent to kill.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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Online federal court records did not appear to show a new plea or appearance in connection with the superseding indictment Wednesday.—
Phil Helsel,
NBC news,
4 Feb. 2026
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“Ensuing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ensuing. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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