1
as in replaced
to come after in time
a wrap-up always follows the Super Bowl broadcast
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2
as in chased
to go after or on the track of
let's follow the boys to their hiding place
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3
as in obeyed
to act according to the commands of
follow me, and you'll do OK
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4
as in traversed
to make one's way through, across, or over
followed the path into the garden
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5
as in noted
to take notice of and be guided by
don't follow his advice
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6
as in observed
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 followed
Among Brazil’s top exports to the country are soybeans, followed by corn, sugar, and other agricultural products.
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Chad De Guzman, Time, 13 Jan. 2026
Next month, the Winter Olympics will kick off in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, followed shortly by the Paralympics.
—Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 13 Jan. 2026
Grubauer deflected Zibanejad's initial shot wide and off the end board, and Zibanejad followed it and sent the rebound from behind the goal line back off the goalie and in for his 18th.
—CBS News, 13 Jan. 2026
South Carolina moved up to second, followed by UCLA and Texas, which dropped two spots after taking its first lost of the season at the hands of LSU.
—Arkansas Online, 13 Jan. 2026
Bianco led with 13% support, followed closely by Swalwell and Hilton at 12% each.
—Grace Hase, Mercury News, 13 Jan. 2026
One witness who spoke with local news outlet Sabah recalled seeing an explosion, immediately followed by the massive blaze.
—Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 9 Nov. 2025
Later, Harford had a recurring role as Hilda Gunnerson on sudser Dynasty, which followed the rivalries between two warring, oil-wealthy families, the Carringtons and the Colbys, in Denver, Colo.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 9 Nov. 2025
The raid followed a year-long investigation into the Red Command and was triggered in part by the gang’s expansion into new territories, a recent surge in violence and an effort by authorities to reassert state control.
—Alessandra Freitas, CNN Money, 9 Nov. 2025
Chad De Guzman, Time, 13 Jan. 2026
Next month, the Winter Olympics will kick off in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, followed shortly by the Paralympics.
—Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 13 Jan. 2026
Grubauer deflected Zibanejad's initial shot wide and off the end board, and Zibanejad followed it and sent the rebound from behind the goal line back off the goalie and in for his 18th.
—CBS News, 13 Jan. 2026
South Carolina moved up to second, followed by UCLA and Texas, which dropped two spots after taking its first lost of the season at the hands of LSU.
—Arkansas Online, 13 Jan. 2026
Bianco led with 13% support, followed closely by Swalwell and Hilton at 12% each.
—Grace Hase, Mercury News, 13 Jan. 2026
One witness who spoke with local news outlet Sabah recalled seeing an explosion, immediately followed by the massive blaze.
—Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 9 Nov. 2025
Later, Harford had a recurring role as Hilda Gunnerson on sudser Dynasty, which followed the rivalries between two warring, oil-wealthy families, the Carringtons and the Colbys, in Denver, Colo.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 9 Nov. 2025
The raid followed a year-long investigation into the Red Command and was triggered in part by the gang’s expansion into new territories, a recent surge in violence and an effort by authorities to reassert state control.
—Alessandra Freitas, CNN Money, 9 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for followed
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Following the departure of Kate’s longtime stylist Natasha Archer last year, sources told The Times for its new piece on the future queen that no one has replaced Archer in the role—and that Kate is adeptly handling diplomatic dressing.—
Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
6 Jan. 2026
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He was replaced by Lukas Dostal to start the third.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
6 Jan. 2026
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Gonzalez chased her down, punched her several times and then dragged her back to the truck, police said.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
5 Jan. 2026
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That’s been the case this season, too, even as Nacua and Davante Adams have chased the NFL lead in receiving yards and touchdowns.—
Adam Grosbard,
Oc Register,
3 Jan. 2026
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Hegseth gave an unlawful order, and, unfortunately, people in the military obeyed it.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Dec. 2025
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When the bell rang in Beaver Falls, where elementary, middle and high schools all occupy the main drag, KDKA Investigates found a diligent crossing guard at one intersection with four-way stops and drivers who mostly obeyed the school zone speed limit displayed with flashing lights.—
Erika Stanish,
CBS News,
18 Nov. 2025
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The sets built by Fisk traversed New York City and required the funding of a midbudget studio film (this is reportedly the most expensive production in A24’s history).—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Jan. 2026
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This family had traversed the jungle of the notorious Darien Gap with newborn Ashley, fleeing Ecuador to follow their dream of a safer life in America.—
Carol Guzy,
Miami Herald,
1 Jan. 2026
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Lopez noted that wheels had been added to the bottom of the gate, allowing for easier movement in and out of the park.—
Nina Burns,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Police noted that the investigation is still ongoing.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
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For those not familiar with his poetry, Ondaatje has always observed the world with a balanced mix of delight, awe, and humor, deadly serious about matters of the heart without ever taking himself too seriously.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Jan. 2026
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Designed for kids ages seven and under, its two floors are filled with environments meant to be explored, not observed, such as art studios, water-play areas, and gardens.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Even if the House succeeded in impeaching a judge, the Senate would need to affirm that decision by a two-thirds majority vote.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
8 Jan. 2026
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By season's end, Pine and his boss, Angela Burr (Colman), succeeded in bringing Roper down, with the finale suggesting Roper's violent end at the hands of his own buyers.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Chicago pursued Bregman last offseason, too.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
12 Jan. 2026
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Yet even when the objective appears morally compelling, the means by which it is pursued still matter.—
Richard Kiy,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Followed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/followed. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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