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ensued

American  
[en-sood] / ɛnˈsud /

verb

  1. simple past tense and past participle of ensue.

Etymology

Origin of ensued

ensue ( def. ) + -ed 2 ( def. )

Example Sentences

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A debate ensued that lasted until I left for my evening train—and possibly much longer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 7, 2026

Until recently, D’Amaro had mastered another Wambsgansian trait: the ability to play softy while the CEO fielded the outrage from visitors and investors that ensued thanks to these incidents.

From Slate • Feb. 4, 2026

Many like 47-year-old Zabtia believed that after Kadhafi's fall, cinema would be resurrected, but the instability that ensued has delayed any revival.

From Barron's • Jan. 16, 2026

When Rams coach Sean McVay informed the two edge rushers that they had both been voted to the Pro Bowl, Young ran to meet Verse, and a celebration ensued.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 27, 2025

The wily old rector at Leeds noticed my feverish scribbling, and a small scandal ensued.

From "The Shakespeare Stealer" by Gary L. Blackwood

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