- a variation of afterward.
afterwards
Britishadverb
Etymology
Origin of afterwards
Old English æfterweard, æfteweard, from aft + ward
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My wife and I always comment after dinner that you can eat there until you’re absolutely stuffed and you never feel gross afterwards.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 20, 2026
Shortly afterwards, the 25-year-old announced she was bringing a largely barren season to a close, in order to recharge over a longer period of time before returning in 2027.
From BBC ● Oct. 20, 2026
Soon afterwards, she ventured into the streets in search of content.
From Barron's ● Oct. 19, 2026
There was no drama at the obligatory face-off, despite the fierce rivalry that has developed between them, and two-time world champion Dubois was quick to leave the stage afterwards.
From BBC ● Oct. 16, 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
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