be consequent

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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 Daly, George Thomas

All reference therefore to manuscripts would be consequent upon, not a factor in, the present investigation.

From The Traditional Text of the Holy Gospels by Burgon, John William

Perhaps they were afraid worse things might be consequent on resistance.

From African Camp Fires by White, Stewart Edward

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 Brinton, Davis

Chronic inflammation may follow acute or be consequent on pelvic cellulitis.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 7 "Gyantse" to "Hallel" by Various