In the wake of somebody/something

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preposition

As a result or consequence of.

Many homes were destroyed in the wake of the hurricane.
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Often appears as...

  • in the wake of disaster
  • in the wake of change
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Time Connection

The phrase suggests events happen close in time to a prior event.

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In the wake of the scandal, several officials resigned.
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Cause and Effect

Implies the previous event caused the subsequent events or reactions.

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Protests erupted in the wake of the controversial court ruling.
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Momentous Events

Mostly used after significant events, such as disasters or major changes.

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A new law was passed in the wake of recent security breaches.
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