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following through

VERB
bring to a conclusion
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
leave not finish


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However, he said, that means following through with thousands of job cuts over the next three years.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 11, 2026

Investors are concerned that Warsh is “strong on inflation in word, but isn’t following through in deed,” said John Briggs, head of U.S. rates strategy at Natixis Corporate and Investment Banking.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 29, 2026

“We’re committed to following through on these bills to ensure fairness and impartiality in our courts and legislature,” Morey said.

From Salon Jun. 16, 2026

Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest doubled down on Big Tech this week, following through on its strategy of buying high-conviction names at any price.

From Barron's May 1, 2026

I could see she was pleased, and she didn’t press for details, which was just as well since I had no intention of actually following through.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx



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