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aftermath

[af-ter-math, ahf-] / ˈæf tərˌmæθ, ˈɑf- /


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A recurring question in the aftermath of the Ashes - one of many - was who would replace Knight as captain, and why was England's succession planning so poor?

From BBC Jul. 12, 2026

In fact, it was arguably as good as ever in the aftermath of the pandemic.

From MarketWatch Jul. 11, 2026

Like so many things about Taylor Swift, the wedding’s social-media aftermath is a rich text for anyone interested in the politics of celebrity and the psychology of fandom.

From Salon Jul. 9, 2026

In the aftermath of that incident, both the FAA and the Port Authority had the power to move the lockers beyond the security barrier.

From Slate Jul. 7, 2026

The exploding candle, the fire, the aftermath, it all led back to one careless mistake.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray




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