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following

[fol-oh-ing] / ˈfɒl oʊ ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
happening, being next or after
Synonyms
STRONGEST
coming consecutive ensuing subsequent succeeding successive
STRONG
attendant back hinder latter posterior pursuing rear resulting serial specified then trailing
WEAK
a while later after a while afterward coming after coming next consequent consequential directly after henceforth in pursuit in search of in the wake of later later on next next off on the scent presently proximate sequent sequential seriate supervenient when
Antonyms
STRONG
front preceding
WEAK
first leading
NOUN
persons of an interest or belief
Synonyms
STRONGEST
audience
STRONG
adherents circle clientage clientele cortege coterie dependents entourage fans group groupies hangers-on patronage patrons public retinue rout suite support supporters train
Antonyms
STRONG
opposition
WEAK
disbelievers

Example Sentences

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Discovery executives following Paramount’s proposed takeover of that company.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Despite the lack of crossings so far, markets responded positively in the hours following the ceasefire.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Continuous gold futures increased 3.8% to $4,864.40 an ounce following the cease-fire news.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

A huge relief rally was underway in the stock market Wednesday following a two-week cease-fire deal between the U.S. and Iran.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

The following morning, Mrs. Tracy announced to the class that Jessica was moving to Boston for more treatment.

From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott