aftermath

Example Sentences

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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

The aftermath of an energy price spike depends a lot on how central banks respond.

From The Wall Street Journal • 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 scenes from the aftermath of the wildfire were so similar to what Akira had lived through that she shuddered and had to look away.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz