whereupon

Example Sentences

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Had that information been shared, Adam's parents say he could have been tested, whereupon he would have been diagnosed with the same genetic condition and measures put in place to reduce his risk.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Trump announced last month the closure of the Kennedy Center for renovations starting July 4, "whereupon we will simultaneously begin Construction of the new and spectacular Entertainment Complex," he wrote on his Truth Social platform.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

As is the custom for scoring plays, the on-field touchdown call was reviewed by NFL replay officials, whereupon it was decided that Likely’s catch wasn’t a catch.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 9, 2025

Arabica formed as a natural hybridization between Coffea canephora and Coffea eugenioides, whereupon it received two sets of chromosomes from each parent.

From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2024

The supper conversations became ritual, outgrowing the house and migrating to the meeting house, whereupon Gloria stopped serving food and drink and let them fend for themselves.

From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead