aftermath

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The office, which is responsible for coordinating during emergencies, was under scrutiny following the alert failures of the Eaton fire, and officials had promised in the aftermath to revamp the small office.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Economists had blamed some of the extended slowdown on the RBNZ’s policy of aggressive interest-rate increases in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic when inflation ran hot.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

In the aftermath of the incident, J.M. has exhibited diminished cognitive function, suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder and is terrified of bath time — an activity he previously enjoyed, according to the complaint.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

He said China has "repeatedly lodged solemn representations with relevant US government agencies and universities regarding this case", and have contacted the victim's family to "provide active assistance with the aftermath".

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

It wasn't quite like stepping into a military ambush, or being on the front lines in Spain, or witnessing the aftermath of an atomic bomb, but the atmosphere around me was definitely hostile.

From "Hole in My Life" by Jack Gantos