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then

[then] / ðɛn /
ADVERB
before; at another time
Synonyms
STRONGEST
again formerly later next suddenly
WEAK
all at once anon at that instant at that moment at that point at that time before long on that occasion soon after thereupon when years ago
Antonyms
STRONGEST
earlier
ADVERB
therefore
Synonyms
STRONGEST
so thus
WEAK
accordingly consequently ergo from that time from then on from there on hence thence thenceforth thereupon whence

Example Sentences

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“The insurance company doesn’t have to inspect the vehicle to make sure it’s been repaired. So they’ll just cash out and then move on,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

What kind of person, then, thinks they will run for a promotion as substantial as governor of California and keep these secrets contained?

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

It was only discovered when staff opened the shop at 09:00 on Tuesday - and then it had to be caught with a fishing net before it could be returned to a nearby burn.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

“If you’re seeing tool marks, then you’d know this wasn’t actually a bear.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

You signal to Cassie, then Lucy leads the way to their spot.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith