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after

[af-ter, ahf-] / ˈæf tər, ˈɑf- /


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According to the researchers, the stromatolites likely formed in a hydrothermal lake that developed after an asteroid strike.

From Science Daily • May 22, 2026

Stacey said her parents bought the retirement flat in the centre of Epsom around 20 years ago after her mother had a stroke, adding: "It was perfect for them."

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Earlier, markets turned jittery following a report that Iran was insisting on keeping its enriched uranium, but sentiment then improved after reports suggested progress is being made.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

The final scene after almost 90 minutes featured Colbert and McCartney going to the light box of the theater and pulling the lever to “off.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

But I had left the series behind after our Tribal Youth Council debated whether it was appropriate for a non-Native author to use elements of an actual tribe’s cultural teachings without their permission.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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