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Learn “Ensue”

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Ensue

verb/en-SOO/

Meaning

To happen straight after something else as a result of it.

In context

A long argument ensued once the referee made the surprising decision.

Remember it

'Ensue' sounds like 'and soon' — and soon after, it follows.

Use it well

Use it for events that follow as a consequence, often after a dramatic moment.