Definitions

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

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And it will give authorities power to prohibit protests for up to three months following a terrorism incident.

From Barron's

The families' anger intensified following the release of an interim investigation report in July.

From Barron's

For Novo Nordisk, the new drug approval is a chance for the company to turn things around following a difficult year.

From The Wall Street Journal

Kennedy has worked with Chesney for four consecutive seasons, joining his staff at Holy Cross as quarterbacks coach prior to the 2022 season before earning a promotion to offensive coordinator the following season.

From Los Angeles Times

Simply by following her lead, perhaps I can approach my place in the cosmos for the wondrous adventure it is.

From The Wall Street Journal

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