follow through

Example Sentences

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“It’s several threads we have to follow through extraordinary, labyrinthine networks. So, a victim is interviewed, gives names, and we re-examine those names.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

Two weeks ago the stock plunged 15% on an earnings reaction and hasn’t seen any follow through lower providing an opportunity.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

He said the strongest approach to negotiating is for the student to take the lead and ask the schools about their appeals procedures — and then follow through.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026

I need something that moves with me — something that honors the impulse to decide, mid-meal, you know what, this needs a little brightness, and makes it effortless to follow through.

From Salon • Apr. 21, 2026

“Have you ever thought about it, about simply leaving? Really, truly thought about it with the intent to follow through and not as a dream or a passing fancy?”

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern