follow through
Example Sentences
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With then-undiagnosed attention-deficit disorder, I couldn’t follow through on assignments in nonacting classes, and didn’t get my degree.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
They have similarly sought assurances that the administration will follow through on a pending U.S. arms sale worth over $10 billion, which received approval from Taiwan’s legislature on Friday.
From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 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
It seems he can’t follow through on his threat to not speak to me until I do what he demands.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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