ensued

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A melee ensued before Callum Wilson blasted a shot over the line.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

A short vehicle pursuit ensued until the man came to a stop, exited and ran toward deputies, authorities said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

Just under 140,000 people met that final deadline, but years of litigation ensued and it wasn’t until almost four years later, by late July 2025, that they had to file evidence for their claims.

From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026

He said that while the attack on Iran had been anticipated, its timing and the duration of the war that has ensued were surprising.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

A long silence ensued, and then finally the door opened again.

From "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green