afternoon

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The Gameway across from Gate A5 at Chicago’s Midway Airport opened earlier this year and wasn’t busy during my recent visit on a Wednesday afternoon.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

During what she calls her favorite afternoon on any set, the four of them were waiting to go on, when someone suggested they name the ways they’ve died on screen.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

In afternoon trading, Warner Bros. was up 0.9% to $26.72.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

By Monday afternoon Washington time, both Israel and Iran were signalling the round between them was over.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

I used to come to stores like this with my mother for party dresses and afternoon tea.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse