Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

struggle-ensues

phrase

/ˈstrʌɡl ɪnˈsuːz/

Definition

A phrase indicating that a struggle or conflict follows as a result of a preceding event.

Examples

After the controversial decision, a struggle ensues between the two opposing groups.
When the resources were scarce, a struggle ensued for survival among the community members.
As the conflict. deepened, a struggle ensued that drew in various parties.

Meaning

When a situation arises that leads to a fight, conflict, or effort, we can say that a struggle ensues. This typically implies that the struggle is a consequence of something that has previously occurred.