afterwards
Britishadverb
Etymology
Origin of afterwards
Old English æfterweard, æfteweard, from aft + ward
Example Sentences
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"While we're starting our launch here in London, we'll quickly be expanding to Tokyo and ten more cities afterwards," said Fischer.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
The pupils listened in silence before asking questions about the day itself, and about what came afterwards.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
Not long afterwards, the pair began hearing from Beatles fans far and wide.
From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026
Global average temperatures are likely to continue at or near record levels this year and for the next four years afterwards, the United Nations warned last week.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
Still that does not reassure me: wounds don’t hurt till afterwards.
From "All Quiet on the Western Front: A Novel" by Erich Maria Remarque
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