in the wake of

• in someone's wake, in something's wake

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in the wake of

1. (idiomatic) Following

   The city rebuilt in the wake of the earthquake.

   Economic reforms followed in the wake of political change.

2. (idiomatic) As a result of, because of

   Increased security was introduced in the wake of the attack.

3. In the noticeable disturbance of water behind (a maritime vessel).