Following

9 lettersadjectivecommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

Coming after or next in sequence, or a group of supporters or enthusiasts. Following indicates what comes subsequent to something else.

“The following day, the committee met to discuss the proposals in detail.”

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Three O's and two L's; -ING ending with double L pattern

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Worth 16 points; F (4pts) and W (4pts) score well together

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