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thereafter

[thair-af-ter, -ahf-] / ˌðɛərˈæf tər, -ˈɑf- /


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Only Liz Truss' arrival in Downing Street in 2022 – which was overshadowed by the death shortly thereafter of Queen Elizabeth II – failed to give her party a boost.

From BBC Aug. 1, 2026

One result is the great financial sacrifice exacted on family members who do take on caregiving roles, not only while they fill this role but thereafter, as well.

From MarketWatch Jul. 27, 2026

Bowie first appeared as Kripke in Season 2 of the series, returning every season thereafter.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 13, 2026

Shortly thereafter, Blanche was called to a House Appropriations Committee hearing, where he told lawmakers, “We are not moving forward with the fund, period.”

From Slate Jul. 9, 2026

She married soon thereafter, the selfsame man who accused her of sublimity, and gave him merry hell for many years.

From "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman




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