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What are synonyms for ensue?

Here are some synonyms for "ensue," depending on the context and desired nuance:

General Synonyms:

* Follow

* Result

* Occur

* Happen

* Proceed

* Come about

* Take place

Synonyms Emphasizing Consequence:

* Follow from

* Stem from

* Arise from

* Be a consequence of

* Be a result of

* Flow from

Synonyms Emphasizing Time:

* Subsequently

* Afterwards

* Thereafter

* In the wake of

More Formal Synonyms:

* Consequent upon

* In the sequel

* As a consequence

The best synonym to use will depend on the specific sentence and the meaning you want to convey. For example, if you want to emphasize the cause-and-effect relationship, "result" or "be a consequence of" might be appropriate. If you want to emphasize the time sequence, "subsequently" or "afterwards" would be better choices.

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