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after

[af-ter, ahf-] / ˈæf tər, ˈɑf- /
ADJECTIVE
following in position or time
Synonyms
STRONG
afterwards later subsequently
WEAK
back back of behind below ensuing hind hindmost in the rear next posterior postliminary rear subsequential succeeding thereafter
Antonyms
WEAK
before

Example Sentences

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Asian markets breathed a sigh of relief on Wednesday after President Trump announced a cease-fire with Iran, buoying stocks and sending oil lower on hopes that an end to the conflict is in sight.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Gulf countries including Kuwait, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates also reported missile attacks after Trump announced the cease-fire deal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

The 2027 and 2028 Oscars will also be the last two ceremonies held at the Dolby Theatre after more than a quarter century at the Hollywood mainstay.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

They had been found on a New York beach after she vanished in 1996.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

“An example might be him asking you to help with one of his jobs after school.”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam