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ADJECTIVE
succeeding/successive
Synonyms
WEAK
alternating consecutive ensuing following after in a row in line next next in line for next in order next off rotating sequent sequential serial seriate subsequent subsequential succedent successional
Antonyms
WEAK
antecedent antedating preceding previous
ADJECTIVE
successive
Synonyms
STRONGEST
consecutive ensuing subsequent succeeding
WEAK
alternating following after in line next next off rotating sequent sequential serial seriate subsequential succedent successional

Example Sentences

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“Market making is already generating a positive return for us,” Robins said in the shareholder letter, adding that next up for DraftKings Predictions is parlay bets.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

For Sri Lanka, next up are New Zealand in Colombo on Wednesday, leaving little time to regroup.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

With a return to the capital next up against league leaders Arsenal, Liverpool will be praying for Ekitike to return on Thursday to offer a focal point.

From BBC • Jan. 4, 2026

Let’s hope ISS is next up for retreat.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 15, 2025

“That’s probably next up on his agenda,” Shoto said, grinning.

From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline

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