Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
in-its-train
phrase
ɪn ɪts treɪn
Definition
In-its-train refers to the processes or actions that follow behind as a natural consequence, often used to describe a series of events that are interconnected.
Examples
- After the storm came heavy flooding in its train.
- New job opportunities often appear in its train following economic growth.
- The announcement of the concert brought excitement and more attendees in its train.
Meaning
The term is often used to indicate that something operates in a sequence, with subsequent events emerging as a result of a previous one.
Synonyms
- consequently
- as a result
- in turn
- following along
