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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

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The South American behemoth of Brazil is next up.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 13, 2026

That is because next up would be a match with Mexico at the iconic Azteca Stadium - a mouthwatering fixture for many football fans, but a daunting one for England supporters.

From BBC ● Jul. 1, 2026

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

From Barron's ● Feb. 22, 2026

Let’s hope ISS is next up for retreat.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2025

“So next up is the smiley face emoji?”

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila

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