afterwards

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Rosenior was right when he came out afterwards and said the performance was "unacceptable" but, sadly, when a manager is so critical of his players you know that is usually the end for him.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

Shortly afterwards, the account changed its username and has not placed any bets since.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

The official death toll from the incident is 31 people - two were killed by the explosion itself, while 28 died from Acute Radiation Sickness, and one from cardiac arrest, in the weeks afterwards.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

"I don't tell anybody," he said, "then I ask them afterwards what they thought - it makes them jump out of their skin."

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

Emma’s wonder lessened soon afterwards, on seeing Mr. Elton sauntering about.

From "Emma" by Jane Austen