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Updated June 2026
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.”
Three O's and two L's; -ING ending with double L pattern
Worth 16 points; F (4pts) and W (4pts) score well together
Change a single letter of “following” to make these 9-letter words — useful for Wordle and crossword clues.
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