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ensue

The correct spelling is ensue.

How to pronounce ensue

/ɛnˈsjʉː/
verb

IPA: /ɛnˈsjʉː/

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The correct spelling is ensue. To follow (a leader, inclination etc.). For example: "Give three freshmen six bottles of wine, and hilarity will ensue."

Usage Examples

Give three freshmen six bottles of wine, and hilarity will ensue.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To follow (a leader, inclination etc.).
  2. 2.To follow (in time), to be subsequent to.
  3. 3.To occur afterwards, as a result or effect.

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