follow up

Example Sentences

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With negotiations at an impasse, Trump spoke with Russia's Vladimir Putin before flying to Turkey and was to "follow up" with him after meeting Zelensky, a US official said.

From Barron's • Jul. 8, 2026

In 2022 the case involving Bernadette’s death was reopened for authorities to follow up on allegations reported by a former youth group member.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 27, 2026

The situation sounds unusual, so you should follow up with the SSA and request a detailed explanation — or perhaps even a correction if an error was made.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 24, 2026

"The Pima County Sheriff's Department continues to work closely with the FBI as investigators follow up on leads, review information, and pursue the facts surrounding this case," a spokesperson for the sheriff's department said.

From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026

When Lou Ann and Boo come out of the bathroom, I tell Lou Ann that Ray got information off Mom’s old phone and said I should follow up.

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko