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
They asked about the noise, about the moment the walls began to crack, and about what happened afterwards.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 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
Not long afterwards, the pair began hearing from Beatles fans far and wide.
From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026
It was not very long afterwards that the teeth, after much trouble, came through as all teeth must, and the Twins had their first birthday.
From "Mary Poppins" by P. L. Travers
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