then

adverb
/ðɛn/

Meaning

at that time; next in order of time or place

Example Sentences

We went to the park, and then we had lunch.

Example Expressions

back then

Synonyms

afterward, subsequently, later, next

Antonyms

before

Collocations

then what, then go, then what happened

More Example Sentences

Then I read a book for a while.

Then I check my email for a while.

What was the age of your friend then?

Which political party was in power then?

Then I change my clothes and make my breakfast.

Which political party was in power in the USA then?

I’ll begin by outlining the issues and then go on to describe what they mean for you.

I’ll begin by highlighting the issues and then go on to describe what they mean for you.

I stammered for a while. And then told them about an incident during a club event last year.

Well, I started off well. But then they asked me a tricky question, and I got really nervous.

Related Vocabularies

without interruption; in an unbroken sequence
In a way that is done with attention to detail and caution to avoid mistakes or harm.
in a blunt, abrupt, or rude manner
in a formal or authorized way
used to give a negative response or to show disagreement
continuing without stopping; without interruption

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