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aftermath

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


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In the aftermath, state regulators took crisis-proofing measures, establishing a financial-stability task force and subjecting life insurers to new stress-testing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

Though it’s the latest sign of progress in the Eaton fire’s aftermath, researchers say that recovery remains far from settled for most fire survivors, even if they’ve started on a path to rebuilding.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

She now owns her own pilates studio, which she set up in the aftermath, after being told she could not continue to do the exercise she loved.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

In a note to investors published Wednesday, his reservations were focused chiefly on the clear disparity between the statements made by the Americans and the Iranians in the immediate aftermath of the announcement.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

I was afraid to let myself imagine the triumphant aftermath, lest I invite a jinx.

From "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer




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