subsequently

American  

[suhb-si-kwuhnt-lee] / ˈsʌb sɪ kwənt li /

adverb

1. later in time; afterward.

   Many immigrants fear that they are going to be detained and subsequently deported.

2. in a following or succeeding part of something.

   The paper begins with a reflection on the major long-term trends and subsequently identifies a number of major priorities.

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Etymology

Origin of subsequently

subsequent ( def. ) + -ly ( def. )

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• subsequently vs. consequently

Example Sentences

Experts have criticised the delay, saying it may have put people at risk, as earlier health warnings to the public would have meant those subsequently developing symptoms could have sought medical help sooner.

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He arrived at Liverpool from AS Roma on 23 June 2017 for £34m, a fee now resembling an act of grand larceny when set against what he subsequently achieved.

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Stokes subsequently said, in a post with a picture of himself, Key and McCullum, the existing England leadership group have the necessary "passion and desire" as he looked to the future.

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However, after avoiding the Champions League play-offs, Rosenior had time to bring more of his own tactical ideology into the team - and form has subsequently dropped off.

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However, the sections north of Birmingham were subsequently cancelled.

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Related Words

• afterwards
• finally
• later