henceforth
Americanadverb
adverb
Etymology
Origin of henceforth
Vocabulary lists containing henceforth
"The Tragedy of Macbeth," Vocabulary from Act 5
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Selection Vocabulary 4, Unit 2
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Example Sentences
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Henceforth, Iranian clerics wouldn’t merely press for a state and society governed by Shariah.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026
Henceforth, the Rams knew Stafford’s contract would be a year-to-year issue.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2025
Henceforth, and for life, she would just be a skilled swimmer.
From Salon • Aug. 3, 2024
Henceforth, the Textile Building will be named 295 Fifth Avenue.
From New York Times • Apr. 29, 2022
Henceforth, all of my actions and plans on behalf of the ANC and the liberation struggle would become secret and illegal.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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