ensue

UK /ɪnˈsjuː/ US /ɪnˈsuː/
verb 3

Definitions

verb

1

To follow (a leader, inclination etc.).

to ripenesse of mans state they grew: / Then shewing forth signes of their fathers blood, / They loued armes, and knighthood did ensew, / Seeking aduentures [...].

To ensue his example in doynge the like mischiefe.

2

To follow (in time), to be subsequent to.

Oh how many changes are like to ensue this reformation!

3

To occur afterwards, as a result or effect.

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

After ſo bad a beginning, whats like to inſue?

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