be consequent
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The young blacksmith did not eat with much satisfaction; but Mr. Bullock and his friend betrayed no sign of discontent, except such as may be consequent upon an evening's carouse.
From Catherine: a Story by William Makepeace Thackeray
The mental trend was all one way, however,—pointing to a desire to escape the enforced ennui, which was sure to be consequent upon his recent exhausting contest.
From Trusia A Princess of Krovitch by Davis Brinton
Receive, coldly and dispassionately, every attention, till you have ascertained and duly considered the worth of the aspirant; and let your affections be consequent upon approbation alone.
From The Tenant of Wildfell Hall by Anne Brontë
Diversity of opinion is bound to bring, in religious matters, diversity of action; for, to be consequent one must act according to his belief.
From Catholic Problems in Western Canada by George Thomas Daly
This may be temporary, and due to the terrible shock of the wound; but it also may be consequent upon injury to the nerves in connection with the spine.
From Fix Bay'nets The Regiment in the Hills by William H. C. Groome
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