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later than

ADVERB
behind
Synonyms
STRONG
trailing
WEAK
abaft after afterwards at the heels of at the rear of back of bringing up the rear eating the dust in the background in the wake next off the pace subsequently
Antonyms
STRONGEST
ahead before in front

Example Sentences

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But as he helps to power the Wild’s deepest playoff run in 11 years, Quinn is hoping that his summer starts a little later than usual.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

Many hospitals report waits of three weeks or more just to schedule an MRI, with nearly half of appointments taking place later than initially planned, as this research shows.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

Pitbull hit the Mustang Stage an hour later than expected Saturday night after gusty winds forced Stagecoach to evacuate attendees for more than an hour, but Mr. Worldwide didn’t let a delay stop the fun.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

Netanyahu plans to lead his party's list in the general election that must be held no later than the end of October.

From Barron's • Apr. 26, 2026

I must have been extra tired last night, because I went to sleep early, and I slept in later than usual.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy