Meaning & use
Following
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Coming next in order, time, or sequence.
See it in a sentence
Please complete the following exercises before the next class.
They arrived on Monday and left the following week.
A note on using this word
Depending on context, 'following' can also work as a noun for a group of supporters or as a preposition meaning 'after'.
Words with a similar meaning
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Words with an opposite meaning
precedingprevious
Another way to use it
2. noun
A group of admirers, supporters, or fans.
The indie band built a loyal following after years of touring.
3. preposition
After or as a result of.
Following the storm, several roads remained closed.
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