ensues
Americanverb
Etymology
Origin of ensues
Example Sentences
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A comedy of errors ensues as the pair encounter numerous other famous Amandas including Amanda Holden, Amanda Lamb and Amanda Barrie.
From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026
A little banter ensues, making way for the real surprise guests: fellow Olympic hockey champions Megan Keller and team captain Hilary Knight.
From Salon • Mar. 6, 2026
The surprise success goes immediately to Toño’s head, and Vargas Llosa is very funny about the backlash that ensues when a fringe scholar is nudged into the mainstream.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026
That eases overall stress and ensues a fair outcome.
From Barron's • Nov. 17, 2025
“Where will the Independents meet?” she asks, to which Kevin goes, “The girls’ john,” and general hilarity ensues.
From "The Misfits" by James Howe
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