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will follow next
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
"will follow next" is correct and it can be used in written English.
For example, you could say, "Please review the instructions outlined above. Details for the next step will follow next."
✓ Grammatically correct
News & Media
Academia
Alternative expressions(4)
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11 human-written examples
Commuters will follow next month.
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Car rentals will follow next month, according to Svetlozar Nestorov, the company's president.
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Admittedly, some big industrial customers will start paying market prices from July 1st, and the rest will follow next January.
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Soon H&M will follow Next in relocating to the Moor, a recently redeveloped part of town.
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Secretary of State Madeleine K. Albright will follow next Tuesday as part of the Americans' intensifying effort to lay the foundation for a successful retreat-style summit meeting in July.
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Salles's film, out later this year, will follow next month's Howl, an account of the 1957 obscenity trial surrounding Allen Ginsberg's poem of the same name; and Angelheaded Hipsters, an exhibition of Ginsberg's 1950s photographs, is about to open at the National Theatre, documenting the Beats' now legendary roadtrips and rooftops.
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Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
49 human-written examples
Part 2 will follow next week.
Other states will follow next year, the company predicts.
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(A ticketed performance will follow next week, at the Brooklyn Historical Society).
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Big advertisers, such as General Motors and Procter & Gamble, are using performance incentives; Kellogg will follow next year.
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A 4,000-square-foot 4,000-square-foot 4,000-square-footnths, and a pool will follow next year.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use "will follow next" to clearly indicate a sequence of events or actions. This phrase is best suited when emphasizing the immediate succession of one thing after another.
Common error
Avoid using "will follow next" with other redundant time references such as "immediately following" or "right after". This creates unnecessary repetition.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "will follow next" functions as a future tense verb phrase indicating that something will occur immediately after something else. Ludwig shows that this phrase is used to denote a sequence of events, actions, or items.
Frequent in
News & Media
63%
Academia
19%
Science
18%
Less common in
Formal & Business
0%
Encyclopedias
0%
Wiki
0%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, "will follow next" is a grammatically correct phrase used to indicate that something will occur immediately after something else. Ludwig AI analysis confirms its validity and common use in various contexts. While not the most frequent phrase, it is suitable for both formal and informal communication, particularly in news, academic and scientific writing. However, be mindful of redundancy and select this option thoughtfully, depending on how quickly the subsequent event occurs. Alternatives such as "will come afterward" or "will happen subsequently" may offer a more nuanced tone in certain situations.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
will come afterward
Replaces 'follow' with 'come' and 'next' with 'afterward', altering the specific verb and adverb used to indicate sequence.
will happen subsequently
Replaces 'follow' with 'happen' and 'next' with 'subsequently', making it more straightforward while maintaining formality.
will proceed thereafter
Replaces 'follow' with 'proceed' and 'next' with 'thereafter', giving it a slightly more procedural feel.
will ensue subsequently
Substitutes 'follow' with 'ensue' and 'next' with 'subsequently', resulting in a more formal tone to denote what happens after.
will occur then
Swaps 'follow' for 'occur' and 'next' for 'then', using more concise terms to indicate timing.
will transpire later
Changes 'follow' to 'transpire' and 'next' to 'later', modifying the verb and adverb while keeping the meaning of a future event.
will result next in order
Adds 'in order' for emphasis but maintains the sequence, resulting in a slightly different construction.
will arise after this
Alters the structure to use 'arise' instead of 'follow' and 'after this' in place of 'next', changing the phrasing while indicating sequence.
will be the successor
Uses 'successor' to denote what comes after, altering the grammatical construction to emphasize sequence more directly.
will postdate immediately
Replaces 'follow' with 'postdate' and 'next' with 'immediately', using more specific and slightly more formal language to suggest a sequence.
FAQs
How can I use "will follow next" in a sentence?
You can use "will follow next" to indicate a subsequent action or event. For example, "After the presentation, a Q&A session "will follow next"".
What are some alternatives to "will follow next"?
Some alternatives include "will come afterward", "will ensue subsequently", or "will happen subsequently", depending on the level of formality you need.
Is "will follow next" formal or informal?
"Will follow next" is generally considered neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, although more formal options like "will ensue subsequently" may be preferable in certain situations.
What's the difference between "will follow next" and "will follow later"?
"Will follow next" implies an immediate succession, while "will follow later" suggests a less immediate or more delayed sequence. The choice depends on how quickly the subsequent event occurs.
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Usage summary
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Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
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