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ensues

American  
[en-sooz] / ɛnˈsuz /

verb

  1. third person singular present indicative of ensue.


Etymology

Origin of ensues

ensue + -s 2 ( def. )

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

Once the horns state a theme in pungent harmony, a series of solos ensues.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 15, 2025

That eases overall stress and ensues a fair outcome.

From Barron's • Nov. 17, 2025

More bad things happen, tragedy ensues, and nothing ends well, for anyone.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood

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