as in following
being the one that comes immediately after another
my house is the next one turn at the next street, not this one she was next in line for concert tickets
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Recent Examples of next
Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 30 Mar. 2025
The cynical assaults on health care already have been cold, swift and deep, with many others expected over the next four years.
—Roxey Nelson, Sun Sentinel, 30 Mar. 2025
Evan Clark, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2025
President Donald Trump has collected outside opinions on what to do next after his administration's headline-making group chat scandal, a source tells PEOPLE.
—Meredith Kile, People.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 27 Mar. 2025
The film is expected to hit theaters next year, and little is known about the adaptation beyond its principal and some paparazzi shots of the set.
—Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Lamont does not expect the issue to be resolved in several months or be ready for the next fiscal year that starts on July 1.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 30 Mar. 2025
The cynical assaults on health care already have been cold, swift and deep, with many others expected over the next four years.
—Roxey Nelson, Sun Sentinel, 30 Mar. 2025
Adverb
The situation is clearly fluid and the question is now: What comes next for CaaStle, for Hunsicker and for the other businesses she has been attached to?
—Evan Clark, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2025
President Donald Trump has collected outside opinions on what to do next after his administration's headline-making group chat scandal, a source tells PEOPLE.
—Meredith Kile, People.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Preposition
Now, progressives are attempting to fill the gap with runs that could divert Democratic resources to a slate of primary races next year.
—Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 27 Mar. 2025
The film is expected to hit theaters next year, and little is known about the adaptation beyond its principal and some paparazzi shots of the set.
—Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for next
Adjective
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Cassie appeared with her baby bump in a following close-up shot as Fine’s hands cradled her stomach.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
14 Mar. 2025
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Serena Williams and Meghan Markle's Friendship Timeline Lilibet appeared alongside Williams in a following post as the pair continued to play Candy Land while Meghan, dressed in a loose-fitting navy-blue top and pants, watched.—
Escher Walcott,
People.com,
2 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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The vice president, played by Bowen Yang, then entered the chat, as Hegseth asked about his trip to Greenland.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
30 Mar. 2025
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Cube then pulled into Dodger Stadium, driving on the warning track and stopping in front of the Dodgers dugout to deliver the trophy.—
Dan Freedman,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
Preposition
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Sigmon used his final words to call upon fellow Christians to help end the death penalty, according to media witnesses.—
Hannah Parry,
Newsweek,
8 Mar. 2025
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The cast had plenty of real-life inspiration to draw upon for its more romantic moments: Hudson is engaged to Danny Fujikawa; Brenda Song is planning a wedding with fellow actor Macaulay Culkin; and Justin Theroux proposed to his fiancé Nicole Brydon Bloom in 2024.—
Nicole Briese,
People.com,
28 Feb. 2025
Adverb
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She’s done plenty of gossiping with the other two, first with Kate while Laurie was in her room and later with Laurie when Kate was away.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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This warmer air will sweep east across much of the central and eastern U.S. later this week.—
Daniel Peck,
ABC News,
23 Mar. 2025
Preposition
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But, at this point, that’s pretty low on the list of priorities for him.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
24 Mar. 2025
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Keep instant coffee on hand for camping trips, in case of power outages or other emergencies, and even as a handy shortcut when traveling.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
23 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Gilgeous-Alexander is second in the NBA in total steals (118), fourth in total blocks among guards (69) and 16th in total deflections (181) while being the NBA’s top scorer.—
Nick Crain,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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Middle East crisis — explained Palestinians freed in the ceasefire say Israeli forces harass them and their families The second phase, in which talks designed to end the war were due to begin, did not start because Israel demanded more hostages be released before entering end-of-war talks.—
Daniel Estrin,
NPR,
23 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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The film debuted to acclaim at Sundance in January 2023 and has since been promoted as a shot at redemption for Majors, whose career stalled after he was convicted later that year of domestic assault and harassment of his ex-girlfriend.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
23 Mar. 2025
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The Liberal Party has since seen a surge in popularity following a trade war with the US and Trump’s threat to Canada’s sovereignty.—
Mitchell McCluskey,
CNN,
23 Mar. 2025
Preposition
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The special election for the 1st District took place alongside the special election for the 6th Congressional District on the other side of Florida.—
Julia Manchester,
The Hill,
2 Apr. 2025
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Marte will be a valuable piece to the puzzle for years to come for the Diamondbacks' core alongside Corbin Carroll, Josh Naylor, and Corbin Burnes.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Next.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/next. Accessed 5 Apr. 2025.
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