après
Americanpreposition
Etymology
Origin of après
1955–60; extracted from après-ski < French: after-ski(ing)
Example Sentences
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Also go for: Weekend après parties at Canyon Lodge bring DJs to the slopes, while off-mountain excursions range from guided snowmobile tours to tubing at Woolly’s Adventure Summit, a family-friendly amusement park.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 23, 2026
The upper floor, featuring the Moncler Grenoble line, has you fantasizing about the chicest après ski outfits.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 16, 2026
It might be summer in the Alps, but you can still indulge in some après fun.
From National Geographic ● Apr. 16, 2023
At Hunter Mountain in New York state, Dearstyne says he needs a reservation to grab an après beer at the resort.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 13, 2022
“Mais non, après vous,” they left the compartment.
From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie
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