in the wake of
The phrase "in the wake of" originates from nautical terminology, describing the disturbed water left behind by a moving vessel, and is used metaphorically to indicate the aftermath or consequences of an event.
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Definition
B2General
(idiomatic, common)Following closely after an event, often as a direct result.
Example
- In the wake of the earthquake, many buildings were left in ruins.
- The new policies were implemented in the wake of the financial scandal.
C1Nautical
(technical)In the disturbed water behind a moving vessel.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "in the wake of":
on the heels ofin light ofin the shadow ofin the light ofin the face ofin view ofin face of