afterwards

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Asked about his emotions afterwards, the head coach couldn't contain them.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

That contest is expected in mid-June at the earliest, meaning any formal leadership challenge is likely to be triggered afterwards.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

Speaking to the BBC afterwards, Bettan said he had been surprised by the protests.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

It was a Friday night game and afterwards we provided Antonio and his directors the means to celebrate.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

My father supported him at school, and afterwards at Cambridge—most important assistance, as his own father, always poor from the extravagance of his wife, would have been unable to give him a gentleman’s education.

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen