as in later
following in time or place
upon seeing The Nutcracker for the first time, and for a long time after, Irma wanted to play the part of the Mouse King
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as in back
being at or in the part of something opposite the front part
had heard that the after section of the cruise ship had more spacious cabins
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as in subsequent
being, occurring, or carried out at a time after something else
in after years the government set up a special fund for disabled veterans of the war
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Recent Examples of after
Greg Evans, Deadline, 18 Sep. 2025
Warner Records announced on Thursday (Sept. 18) that the pop icon is returning to her original label home after nearly two decades away.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 18 Sep. 2025
Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 28 Sep. 2025
And the best part is that the leftovers are just as good the next day … and even the day after.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 28 Sep. 2025
Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 30 Aug. 2025
The instinct to move beyond the true crime template, avoiding a false happily-ever-after ending, is a good one.
—Judy Berman, Time, 20 Aug. 2025
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Preposition
The man, identified by Florida’s Orange County Sheriff’s Office as Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, was found unresponsive after riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 18 Sep. 2025
Warner Records announced on Thursday (Sept. 18) that the pop icon is returning to her original label home after nearly two decades away.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 18 Sep. 2025
Adverb
His only blemish was fumble at the 1-yard line, but KU’s defense forced a Cincinnati punt after.
—Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 28 Sep. 2025
And the best part is that the leftovers are just as good the next day … and even the day after.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 28 Sep. 2025
Adjective
In just a few quick scenes during the after party, the movie establishes the relationship between these former partners who are both grieving the breakup.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 30 Aug. 2025
The instinct to move beyond the true crime template, avoiding a false happily-ever-after ending, is a good one.
—Judy Berman, Time, 20 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for after
Adverb
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Fewer than three hours later, however, most of that throng trickled out of the stadium in disappointment after watching the Mustangs break a scoreless game at halftime en route to a 21-0 victory.—
Tris Wykes,
Twin Cities,
27 Sep. 2025
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Two minutes later, Masco evened the score, 7-7, courtesy of a 55-yard dash from Jack Fabiano (16 carries, 101 yards).—
Justin Barrasso,
Boston Herald,
27 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The Giants started the year strong and looked to compete with the Los Angeles Dodgers and the San Diego Padres for the division crown, but would collapse in the back half of the season and miss out on the playoffs entirely, ending 81-81.—
Hunter Mulholland,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Hall allegedly punched the back door to enter his in-laws' home, where his estranged wife was staying with their children, WPXI and the Observer-Reporter reported, citing accounts from witnesses and authorities.—
Samira Asma-Sadeque,
PEOPLE,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Her subsequent press wardrobe, in comparison, has delighted in her signature red carpet and glitzy event style, with super-feminine, dramatic silhouettes and princessy aesthetics.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
1 Oct. 2025
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This would have resulted in a subsequent increase in discounts on unsold items, which Cucinelli firmly denied as a strong believer in exclusivity.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
1 Oct. 2025
Preposition
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Two individuals, masked and armed, approach from behind, but Bliss is also armed and ready.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Sep. 2025
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As Mason cites in her book, a psychological study from the 1970s found that people were more likely to comply with a request if they were given a reason behind it.—
Sophie Caldwell,
CNBC,
28 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Local immigration attorney Vinesh Patel said the building is split into a front-facing, public office meant for immigration check-ins and a rear secure area to temporarily hold detainees.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
26 Sep. 2025
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It was built on the Type 3 floorpan, offering greater luggage capacity front and rear.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
26 Sep. 2025
Preposition
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This 24-mile bike bath starts at Coronado Landing and goes south along the Silver Strand, past Imperial Beach and loops back north through Chula Vista, National City and Barrio Logan, and ends at the Broadway Pier.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Sep. 2025
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When Matheus Cunha lost possession near Brentford’s box — after a possible foul from Kayode — United’s wide centre-backs were pushed up past halfway.—
Conor O'Neill,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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Chisholm's behavior in the locker room afterwards told the rest of the story.—
Drew VonScio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Most people treat mums as annuals, enjoying their abundant blooms throughout the fall season and disposing of the plants afterwards.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
30 Sep. 2025
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But like every step before it, Ocando prevailed. His fight continued and since then, Ocando has acted as a legal consultant for the Venezuelan soccer league, Go Pro Sports Management and now teaches sports law at Florida Global University.—
Drake Hills,
azcentral,
27 Aug. 2019
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What have been the biggest or most provocative questions for you since then?—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
27 Aug. 2019
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“After.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/after. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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