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The next step would be to anchor one of the devices to the seafloor for a longer test.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
If you meet those requirements, the next step is to sign up for IPO alerts External link at Fidelity to find out more information about when the stock will begin trading.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
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- the follow-up
- what's next
- the play
- phase two
- following stage
Possible Antonyms
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- previous step
- initial stage
- the original plan
- the backstory
