aftermath
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
But, as Reid pointed out, three of these previous occasions took place in the aftermath of a recession, as the stock market was just bouncing back.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
Rosenthal, 69, co-founded the Tribeca Festival alongside Robert De Niro in 2002, in the aftermath of 9/11, as a way to revitalize downtown Manhattan.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
In the aftermath of the Ashes, players who have been discarded by McCullum's regime have been critical of the England set-up.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
The new trailer shows that everyone will be reeling in the aftermath.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
I lie facedown on her bed, pillowing my head on my arms, completely drained in the aftermath of a hellish morning.
From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland
![]()
Vocabulary lists containing aftermath
Wait, What? Confusing Compound Words
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Stargirl
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Outliers
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!