as in to supplement
to add to or continue (something) with something similar
She followed up her first book with a sequel.
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as in sequel
something that continues or completes a process or activity
A week after the story broke, the newspaper printed a follow-up. As a follow-up to last week's show, tonight we'll show the other side of the story.
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Recent Examples of follow up
Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 20 Apr. 2026
The Strokes will follow up their Coachella performances with a tour later this year, which is set to take them across North America, Japan, and Europe.
—Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 19 Apr. 2026
James Horncastle, New York Times, 13 Jan. 2026
Police said in a news release that investigators were conducting follow-up interviews, collecting and analyzing evidence, and reviewing available video and other investigative leads in an effort to identify and locate all involved parties.
—Harry Harris, Mercury News, 12 Jan. 2026
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Verb
Then, for decades, no one really followed up.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 20 Apr. 2026
The Strokes will follow up their Coachella performances with a tour later this year, which is set to take them across North America, Japan, and Europe.
—Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 19 Apr. 2026
Noun
Massara’s comments to broadcaster DAZN about Zirkzee brought a follow-up question about Ferguson.
—James Horncastle, New York Times, 13 Jan. 2026
Police said in a news release that investigators were conducting follow-up interviews, collecting and analyzing evidence, and reviewing available video and other investigative leads in an effort to identify and locate all involved parties.
—Harry Harris, Mercury News, 12 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for follow up
Verb
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The team dealt significant futures — including a New York Rangers first-round pick — in trades designed to supplement this roster.—
Thomas Drance,
New York Times,
15 Apr. 2026
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Grants will help supplement the project.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Pita’s post also showed the Devil Wears Prada actress posing with her costar Meryl Streep as the pair did press for the sequel in Seoul, South Korea.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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In the privacy of the talent section, CBS anchor Gayle King gushed to Dimoldenberg and comedian Caleb Hearon, who stars as Charlie in the sequel.—
Chris Murphy,
Vanity Fair,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Schools across the Emirates were shuttered for weeks after the war began, shifting students to remote learning, prompting some parents, who CNBC has spoken with since the war began, to send children back to their home countries to complete the academic term at schools teaching in-person.—
Emma Graham,Sawdah Bhaimiya,
CNBC,
21 Apr. 2026
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After a mostly quiet game, Alexander-Walker had a critical steal late as the Hawks completed their stunning rally.—
Darnell Mayberry,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The gold vermeil, which is sterling silver finished in 24-karat gold, is $230, and there’s a sterling silver version for $200.—
Jeaneen Russell,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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Thanks to your favorite multi-cooker, this orange soup comes together from start to finish in just 45 minutes.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Somebody who is just living greatness and never rests on that laurel but is always pushing herself to expand as an artist.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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The debate is playing out in Wyoming, a state where many data centers have popped up, including new plans for Microsoft to purchase 3,200 acres of land to expand its data center footprint.—
Jared Gans,
The Hill,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Follow up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/follow%20up. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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