ensuing
adjectiveUK /ɪnˈsjuːɪŋ/
US /ɪnˈsuːɪŋ/
Happening right after something else.
The ensuing silence made everyone feel nervous.
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2. Coming after as a result of something.
The ensuing chaos was caused by the sudden power cut.
3. Following in time or order.
In the ensuing years, the town grew much bigger.
4. Happening as a natural effect.
The ensuing applause showed how much the crowd loved the show.