followed up

VERB

make inquiries

Synonyms

WEAK

check out find out about investigate look into make sure pursue

Antonyms

WEAK

avoid dodge forget

Example Sentences

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This will be followed up on Wednesday with the traditional State Opening of Parliament when King Charles III outlines legislation the government is preparing for the next parliamentary session.

From Barron's • May 9, 2026

And simultaneous to Villa's triumph, Crystal Palace followed up a 3-1 victory against Shakhtar Donetsk seven days ago with a 2-1 win against the Ukrainian side at Selhurst Park in the second leg.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

“As was said on air at the time, that information was not verified and came from Secret Service personnel inside of the ballroom. CNN immediately followed up when that reporting changed—that is responsible journalism.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

That fact is then followed up with a stranger’s less-than-impressed response to that statement.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

John followed up like a bratty little sister playing copycat.

From "When I Was the Greatest" by Jason Reynolds