- present tense form of ensue (3rd person singular).
ensues
Americanverb
Etymology
Origin of ensues
Example Sentences
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A comedy of errors ensues as the pair encounter numerous other famous Amandas including Amanda Holden, Amanda Lamb and Amanda Barrie.
From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026
A little banter ensues, making way for the real surprise guests: fellow Olympic hockey champions Megan Keller and team captain Hilary Knight.
From Salon • Mar. 6, 2026
Every time a major leader falls, a fight for succession ensues, he said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 24, 2026
That eases overall stress and ensues a fair outcome.
From Barron's • Nov. 17, 2025
Armed forces will be stationed to ensure that the process ensues in as orderly a manner as possible.
From "The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin)" by James Dashner
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