adverb
referring to a time following an event or situation
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The meeting went smoothly, and afterwards, we discussed the next steps.
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We had a great time at the party, and afterwards, we went out for some late-night snacks.
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We aced the exam, and afterwards, we hit up the mall for some shopping.
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She poured her heart out to him, and afterwards, she felt like a weight had been lifted off her shoulders.