afternoon
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In Taipei, where Taiwan’s self-imposed slowdown is scheduled for Thursday afternoon, many people appeared unfazed, or unaware.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 8, 2026
It's Saturday afternoon and I've nearly fallen at the first hurdle – I've left my digital camera battery on charge at home.
From BBC ● Aug. 8, 2026
A mountain lion lounging on the sidewalk under the shade of a tree has shut down a street in San Dimas while wildlife officials rush to the area to capture the animal Friday afternoon.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 7, 2026
Nvidia’s stock closed up 2.3% on Friday afternoon, and rose 11.6% this week.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 7, 2026
Late in the afternoon we were allowed aboard a mail train, only to be put off two stops farther on to make room for a food shipment.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
European authorities issued health warnings, battled wildfires and urged people to avoid outdoor activities during afternoons.
From Barron's ● Aug. 2, 2026
Apparently, the mother had shown favoritism by devoting lots of time and attention to the lucky son, taking him away for whole afternoons by himself.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 9, 2026
It was one of those dramatic Los Angeles afternoons when the sky had darkened early and rain felt inevitable.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 5, 2026
The animateurs – most of whom are on short-term contracts – are expected to look after young children during meal-times and in the afternoons after classes finish.
From BBC ● May 25, 2026
“You guys did a great job. I’d love to hire you to walk him in the afternoons during the week. Starting Monday, if that’s okay.”
From "A Soft Place to Land" by Janae Marks
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