afterward

Example Sentences

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Divers could briefly examine the sharks, but the animals typically died soon afterward.

From Science Daily • Jul. 8, 2026

There was no serious effort afterward to restore imperial power on the island.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 7, 2026

"He said he's gonna strongly consider the pastor," the US president said afterward.

From BBC • Jul. 5, 2026

Smart, who won the NBA’s defensive player of the year award with the Celtics in 2022 but struggled afterward, revitalized his career with the Lakers by turning into the team’s best defensive player.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026

Once, when we lived in Texas, the paramedics came to a neighbor’s house, and afterward everyone went over to check on the family.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila