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is followed by vs will be followed by

Both "is followed by" and "will be followed by" are correct, but "Is followed by" refers to a sequence or order that is currently happening or has already happened, while "will be followed by" refers to a future sequence or order.
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is followed by

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to describe a sequence or order that is currently happening or has already happened.

Use "is followed by" when you want to indicate the order of events that is currently taking place or has already taken place.

Examples:

  • The first chapter is followed by the second chapter.
  • The main course is followed by dessert.
  • The meeting is followed by a networking session.
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Alternatives:

  • is succeeded by
  • comes after
  • is next in line after
  • is subsequent to
  • is subsequent to

will be followed by

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to talk about a future sequence or order.

Use "will be followed by" when you want to indicate the order of events that will happen in the future.

Examples:

  • The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session.
  • The ceremony will be followed by a reception.
  • The announcement will be followed by a press conference.
  • Sep 13, 2024 ... Has it occurred to anyone that tomorrow is Friday the 13th which will be followed by Tuesday the 17th next week? Chilling. Okay I know this ...
  • Jul 24, 2024 ... David Lynch and Chrystabell will be hosting a virtual preview of their new album CELLOPHANE MEMORIES, that will be followed by a Q&A with ...
  • Will be followed by free demo. [RTS Type: Classic] · r/PlayZeroSpace • 9 days ago. Our Playtest is now LIVE! Try out our new Galactic Warfare co-op missions ...
  • Mar 22, 2016 ... Can a contract specify that it will be followed by the law of a state neither party resides in? Ask Question. Asked 8 years, 8 months ago.
  • Apr 17, 2013 ... Rhubarb-dividing time will be followed by pie-making season! · First, prepare where your new plants are going to go. · Use a sturdy spade to dig ...
  • Covid-19 will be followed by a deconditioning pandemic. June 15, 2020. Share. Post. Months of isolation and reduced levels of activity at home will have an ...
  • Aug 26, 2024 ... Heat index values nearing 100 this week are forecast to cool slightly Wednesday night when rain and strong winds begin pummeling Ohio.
  • Oct 10, 2024 ... the first 20 follow Frank Gallagher will be followed by me. Neraa Dlawyam and 368 others. 󰤥 369. 󰤦 30. 󰤧 8. Justin Giordano. Just followed.
  • Oct 25, 2024 ... Gusty east wind Friday  ...
  • Can science tell when a large earthquake will be followed by an even larger one? Posted on November 5, 2019 January 27, 2020 by Tiegan Hobbs, PhD.

Alternatives:

  • will be succeeded by
  • will come after
  • will be next in line after
  • will be subsequent to
  • will be subsequent to

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