Which is correct:
"follow up" or "FOLLO UP OF"?

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follow up

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to refer to a subsequent action or check-in after an initial contact or event.

Use 'follow up' when you want to refer to an action that comes after an initial contact, meeting, or event. It is often used in business contexts to indicate a subsequent communication or activity.

Examples:

  • I will follow up with you next week to discuss the project further.
  • The doctor scheduled a follow-up appointment for next month.

Alternatives:

  • check in
  • monitor
  • pursue
  • keep tabs on
  • stay in touch

FOLLO UP OF

This phrase is not a standard English construction. The correct form is 'follow up' without the preposition 'of'.

The phrases 'follow up' and 'follow up of' are not directly comparable as they serve different purposes. 'Follow up' is a common term used to refer to a subsequent action or check-in, while 'follow up of' is not a standard English construction.

Last updated: March 20, 2024

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