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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I put this point about the lack of an NHS pathway to then Health Secretary Wes Streeting just a few weeks ago, before his resignation.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Trump then nominated now-chairman Kevin Warsh to fill that position.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

It’s no wonder then why so many people, regardless of team affiliation, want to see UCLA’s coaches in person.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

Croatia, donning an equally iconic blue away number, then beat the Netherlands in a play-off to finish third.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

By then, we’re gathering our bags, and the cabin is noisy with everyone else doing the same.

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

then

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