ensued

[ en-sood ]

verb

1. simple past tense and past participle of ensue ( def ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of ensued¹

ensue ( def ) + -ed ²( def )

Example Sentences

He took some photos with other lookalikes before mayhem ensued and several people were arrested.

From Salon

Complete chaos ensued in the final five minutes of the Cowboys’ frantic win at the Washington Commanders, while the Chicago Bears found another heartbreaking way to lose as the Minnesota Vikings triumphed in overtime.

From BBC

A scuffle ensued, but was quickly broken up by bystanders and police.

From BBC

In their closing arguments, prosecutors outlined how evidence showed that Ibarra's DNA was found under the nails of Ms Riley, indicating that a struggle had ensued between them.

From BBC

An hours-long standoff ensued before the man was taken into custody on suspicion of trespassing, he said.

From Los Angeles Times

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