afterwards
Britishadverb
Etymology
Origin of afterwards
Old English æfterweard, æfteweard, from aft + ward
Example Sentences
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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
Not long afterwards, the pair began hearing from Beatles fans far and wide.
From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026
“But afterwards, we talked, and he explained his thought process to me and just reiterated his thoughts, and I agreed. And I think that’s huge, just to be able to have that conversation.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
She went on to have a healthy baby but left Singh's medical practice shortly afterwards.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
Every time, too, there was apt to be pie afterwards.
From "Miracles on Maple Hill" by Virginia Sorensen
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