afterward

Example Sentences

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What she said afterward I simply won’t repeat.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

His campaign has captivated residents who are frustrated with the slow pace of fire recovery and with Bass, who was out of the country when the fires started and whose approval ratings plunged afterward.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Imagine police responding to a robbery by obtaining judicial permission to open every safety deposit box in a neighborhood bank, briefly inspect the contents, and determine afterward which customers seem suspicious.

From Slate • May 20, 2026

Researchers found that people who increased their steps during the weight loss phase and continued that level of activity afterward were more successful at maintaining their weight loss.

From Science Daily • May 11, 2026

Thinking in a split second about possible reactions to one decision and how it affects decisions afterward.

From "Black Brother, Black Brother" by Jewell Parker Rhodes