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aftermath

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


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Formal search-and rescue units were first established in the US in the immediate aftermath of the conflict.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

On Tuesday, Ivey posted another video in which he seemed to address the aftermath of his previous comments.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

A quick peace will likely lead to a messy aftermath and tricky negotiations between Iran, the U.S.,

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

The announcement comes days after Rousseau apologized for recording an English-only video message in the aftermath of last week’s deadly crash at LaGuardia Airport.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

But Martin Adams, distrustful of reporters, kept a low profile in the aftermath of the tragedy and eluded my repeated attempts to interview him until after the Outside piece went to press.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer