fighting ensues

Frequency: 5.04.8 per million words

The fighting happens after or as a result of another event.

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Examples (10)

  • Fierce fighting ensues after the peace talks collapse.
  • Heavy fighting ensued between government forces and rebels.
  • Street fighting ensues when protests turn violent.
  • Bitter fighting ensued following the disputed election results.
  • Hand-to-hand fighting ensues as the troops advance.
  • Sporadic fighting ensued throughout the night.
  • Intense fighting ensues whenever rival gangs meet.
  • Urban fighting ensued after the military intervention.
  • Continued fighting ensues despite ceasefire agreements.
  • Factional fighting ensued within the rebel movement.