as in sequels
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.
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of follow-ups
Wisp uses a subscription model that ships at-home test kits to patients at precisely the right interval, paired with a system of check-ins and follow-ups.
—
Geri Stengel,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
The audience leans into legacy appeal, treating the sequel as a cultural reunion rather than a cash grab, with comparisons to long-gestating follow-ups like Top Gun Maverick elevating expectations.
—
Anthony D'alessandro,
Deadline,
1 May 2026
When the Herald asked DeSantis’ office if his office plans to step in to provide state-level relief, a spokesperson directed questions to DCF and did not respond to follow-ups.
—
Claire Heddles,
Miami Herald,
24 Oct. 2025
One was the minimal personal follow-ups.
—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
2 Oct. 2025
The original clip and its follow-ups have become a testament to the hilarious, and complex, inner lives of our furry friends.
—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Aug. 2025
After posting their statement, the estate shared a handful of follow-ups in the comments, where many Prince fans appeared dismayed over their actions.
—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
22 Aug. 2025
Sacks’ follow-ups, Passable in Pink (also an Audible audiobook) and Slouchers, were similar paperback sendups of teen flicks from, respectively, the ’80s and the ’90s.
—
Julian Sancton,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Aug. 2025
The Passion of the Christ sequels are Gibson’s follow-ups to the landmark 2004 film, which starred Jim Caviezel as Christ and Monica Bellucci as Mary Magdalen.
—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
5 Aug. 2025
Geri Stengel,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
The audience leans into legacy appeal, treating the sequel as a cultural reunion rather than a cash grab, with comparisons to long-gestating follow-ups like Top Gun Maverick elevating expectations.
—
Anthony D'alessandro,
Deadline,
1 May 2026
When the Herald asked DeSantis’ office if his office plans to step in to provide state-level relief, a spokesperson directed questions to DCF and did not respond to follow-ups.
—
Claire Heddles,
Miami Herald,
24 Oct. 2025
One was the minimal personal follow-ups.
—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
2 Oct. 2025
The original clip and its follow-ups have become a testament to the hilarious, and complex, inner lives of our furry friends.
—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Aug. 2025
After posting their statement, the estate shared a handful of follow-ups in the comments, where many Prince fans appeared dismayed over their actions.
—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
22 Aug. 2025
Sacks’ follow-ups, Passable in Pink (also an Audible audiobook) and Slouchers, were similar paperback sendups of teen flicks from, respectively, the ’80s and the ’90s.
—
Julian Sancton,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Aug. 2025
The Passion of the Christ sequels are Gibson’s follow-ups to the landmark 2004 film, which starred Jim Caviezel as Christ and Monica Bellucci as Mary Magdalen.
—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for follow-ups
sequels
Noun
-
Chase voiced the character in various sequels and the 2003-2006 TV series.
-
Gray returned to Dallas for the series finale and TV sequels, and later reprised Sue Ellen in the revival.
Cite this Entry
“Follow-ups.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/follow-ups. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
