ensued
Americanverb
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Origin of ensued
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A quick touchdown drive ensued that made the final minutes extra nervy for the Diablos.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 31, 2026
He said he was surprised by the outcry that ensued after his warning.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 12, 2026
After the initial dust cloud that followed the collapse of the World Trade Center, months of pollution and lingering dust ensued, causing cancers that thousands of New Yorkers still suffer today.
From Barron's ● Sep. 8, 2026
A messy legal battle ensued, but nearly one year later, it seemed Abrego Garcia had come out on top.
From Slate ● Aug. 23, 2026
Gluing, nailing, screwing, and fitting ensued as the big race, held annually over the July Fourth holiday weekend, approached.
From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly
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