subsequently

adverb

ˈsəb-si-ˌkwent-lē How to pronounce subsequently (audio)
Definition of subsequentlynext
as in later
following in time or place subsequently found the missing glove

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Recent Examples of subsequently Officials from Florida Fish and Wildlife subsequently arrived on scene and were able to trap and remove the animal from under the car before anybody got hurt. — Jon Haworth, ABC News, 13 Mar. 2025 But if that Democratic behavior was not embarrassing and weird enough, the Democrats subsequently doubled down on crazy. — Peter Lucas, Boston Herald, 13 Mar. 2025 Report The team subsequently released a statement from Sternberg confirming their stadium deal in the Historic Gas Plant District of St. Petersburg is effectively dead. — Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025 The parish leaders subsequently put the Sunbiz registration back under their names. — Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for subsequently
Recent Examples of Synonyms for subsequently
  1. later
  2. thereafter
  3. afterward
  4. after
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  • The sect’s seat was later moved from Yemen to Sidhpur, where its followers showcased their prosperity and wealth by building hundreds of opulent residences in the first half of the 20th century.
    — Kalpana Sunder, CNN, 11 Mar. 2025
  • For example, a spouse might insist on keeping the family home for emotional reasons but later struggle with the financial burden of maintaining it.
    — Aviva Pinto, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
Definition of later
Adverb
  • The appellate court set a briefing schedule that stretches into mid-April and noted oral arguments will take place soon thereafter, meaning Dellinger will be out of the job for several weeks or longer.
    — Ashley Oliver, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 6 Mar. 2025
  • Soon thereafter, with a design in hand, Ming and his team began to collaborate with specialists on realizing the project.
    — Bhanu Chopra, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
Definition of thereafter
Adverb
  • Coach Ben was always going to meet his end at some point in Season 3 because, really, this sets off a chain reaction of everything that comes afterward — that eventually leads to all of the things that people are looking for answers to.
    — Michaela Zee, Variety, 14 Mar. 2025
  • In some cases, they can be prevented by following shaving etiquette tips like using a lubricant, rinsing your razor, and caring for your skin afterward.
    — Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of afterward
Adverb
  • Soon after, the White House announced a one-month delay on the measure after carmakers Ford, Stellantis and General Motors called the president.
    — Luke Garrett, NPR, 9 Mar. 2025
  • Fudd made her second 3-pointer of the game soon after, finishing with 14 points shooting 4-for-9 from the field with four rebounds and two steals.
    — Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 9 Mar. 2025
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