- a variation of afterward.
afterwards
Example Sentences
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Afterwards, Burgos was early in recognizing that attempts to defeat Mamdani in the general election were likely futile.
From Salon • Jun. 13, 2026
Afterwards, I sat in the waiting area and enjoyed a cold turmeric citrus juice.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
Afterwards, the first Somali-American to serve in the US Congress told the BBC how difficult the last few months had been - even for children.
From BBC • May 7, 2026
Afterwards, Turner challenged Murdoch to a fistfight and the two media icons continued to play out their rivalry in the business world.
From Barron's • May 6, 2026
Afterwards, I couldn’t think of anything to say.
From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx
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