afterwards

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Asked about his emotions afterwards, the head coach couldn't contain them.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

"Officers attended and the crowd dispersed shortly afterwards," a force spokesperson added.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

That contest is expected in mid-June at the earliest, meaning any formal leadership challenge is likely to be triggered afterwards.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

It was a Friday night game and afterwards we provided Antonio and his directors the means to celebrate.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

So not only was it written up ahead of time, but it got a big write-up afterwards.

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns