follows, followed, following
to follow through
phrasal verb
Complete an action or task that was started
- 1She promised to help and she followed through with it.
- 2He started the project and followed through to the end.
To follow through means to finish something you started. It's like when you begin a project or task, you need to keep going until it's done. It's important to not give up and see things through to the end.
Remember, following through also means staying committed to your goal, even when it gets tough. Think of it as a promise to yourself to see things to the end, no matter what obstacles come your way.
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at the clinic
Keeping the Appointment
Anthony
Hey Kenneth, did you manage to book that appointment?
Kenneth
Yes, I did. I just need to follow through and actually show up this time.
Anthony
That's great! It's important to complete what you start.
Kenneth
Absolutely, I won't miss it this time.
at the library
Commitment to Completion
Charles
I finally started that book you recommended.
Sarah
That's great! Make sure to follow through and finish it.
Charles
I will, it's really interesting so far.
Sarah
I'm glad to hear that. Let me know what you think once you're done.
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Similar to "to follow through":
- 1carry out
- 2execute
- 3fulfill