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as in age
a later period of one's life
written in afterlife, his memoirs reveal a kinder, more forgiving man
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as in immortality
unending existence after death
hoping to join her deceased parents in the afterlife
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Recent Examples of afterlife
Maddie struggles with terrifying visions and the weight of protecting both the living and the dead while Simon (Kristian Ventura)—trapped in the afterlife—becomes obsessed with the secrets buried in Split River High’s scars.
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Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 31 Dec. 2025
The show explores the mysteries of the afterlife with high-tech equipment and overviews of the rich histories of some of the world's most tragic deaths.
—Ilana Gordon, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Dec. 2025
The facility is at the edge of the Alborz Mountains, a range considered in ancient times to be the home of mythical gods and an entrance to the afterlife.
—Robin Wright, New Yorker, 12 Dec. 2025
As a kid, she’d been terrified of the jeoseung saja of Korean folklore, Grim Reaper–esque ushers into the afterlife.
—Eliza Berman, Time, 9 Dec. 2025
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Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 31 Dec. 2025
The show explores the mysteries of the afterlife with high-tech equipment and overviews of the rich histories of some of the world's most tragic deaths.
—Ilana Gordon, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Dec. 2025
The facility is at the edge of the Alborz Mountains, a range considered in ancient times to be the home of mythical gods and an entrance to the afterlife.
—Robin Wright, New Yorker, 12 Dec. 2025
As a kid, she’d been terrified of the jeoseung saja of Korean folklore, Grim Reaper–esque ushers into the afterlife.
—Eliza Berman, Time, 9 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for afterlife
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Nevertheless, the McAlarneys admit that keeping their children away from smartphones and limiting technology is easier said than done, especially in today’s digital age.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
11 Jan. 2026
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From gentle cleansers to serums that tackle fine lines and wrinkles, all ages (even my 20-something self) would appreciate her picks.—
Kaitlin Clapinski,
InStyle,
11 Jan. 2026
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But at what price this 2025 sports immortality for Indiana and its fans?—
Dan Shanoff,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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There’s immortality entwined with property acquisition and cadaver dating apps and more than one magical or intergalactic heist!—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 Jan. 2026
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The game will launch in the twilight window for Sony’s PlayStation 5 and Microsoft’s Xbox Series X and S — six years after both consoles were released.—
Alex Buckmaster,
CNBC,
28 Dec. 2025
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Catch an Earthgrazer Generally speaking, depending on your location, Castor begins to come up above the east-northeast horizon right around the time evening twilight is coming to an end.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
7 Dec. 2025
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Taylor stepped out yesterday evening for the New York premiere of The Rip, wearing a sheer black dress with an ultra-high neckline and mask-like sheath across her face by Ashi Studio.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
14 Jan. 2026
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The dog passed away later that evening.—
Devan Patel,
Mercury News,
14 Jan. 2026
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That same sensibility carries into daytime, when the steakhouse becomes the setting for an elegant afternoon tea.—
Hannah Howard,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Jan. 2026
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The Sharks on Thursday afternoon cleared a spot on their 23-man roster for Smith’s return, placing center Ty Dellandrea on IR.—
Curtis Pashelka,
Mercury News,
16 Jan. 2026
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Those with summer or early autumn bloom periods bloom on what is called new wood and are usually okay to prune in winter.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Jan. 2026
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California’s situation seemed wobbly throughout most of autumn, with numerous high-profile layoff and business closing announcements, shrinking pay raises, and challenges with bill payments.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Afterlife.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/afterlife. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.
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