after all
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We are, after all, talking about “productivity,” “nominal versus purchasing-power-parity GDP” and “prosperity gaps” here.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
Christianity and fashion are not so separate after all.
From Salon • May 17, 2026
When the store decided not to open after all, people were sent home.
From Barron's • May 16, 2026
This team, after all, wasn’t supposed to be at the ball this long.
From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026
Apparently the imaginary form Theo requested exists after all.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
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