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to come after
[phrase form: come]
01
achthalen, achtervolgen
to follow or chase someone, often with the intent of catching or reaching them
Transitive: to come after sb/sth
Example
The dog escaped from the backyard, and the children came after it, trying to bring it back home.
The paparazzi relentlessly came after the celebrity, hoping to capture exclusive photos.
02
volgen, terechtkomen na
to come as a result of something, often at a later time
Transitive: to come after sth
Example
The rainy season comes after the dry season in this region.
Het regenseizoen volgt na het droog seizoen in deze regio.
Success often comes after years of hard work and dedication.
Succes volgt vaak na jaren van hard werken en toewijding.
03
opvolgen, op zijn plaats nemen
to assume a position or role in succession to another person or entity
Transitive: to come after sb/sth
Example
John retired, and his son is set to come after him as the CEO of the company.
John is met pensioen gegaan, en zijn zoon staat op het punt om hem op te volgen als CEO van het bedrijf.
Queen Elizabeth II came after her father, King George VI, and ascended to the throne.
Koningin Elizabeth II volgde haar vader, koning George VI, op en besteeg de troon.
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