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afterthought

/ˈæft.ɚ.θɔt/

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noun

Nachtrag, Überlegung

A reflection after an act; a later or subsequent thought, action, or expedient.

Examples :

"She packed her sandals only as an afterthought, but she was glad she did."

Sie packte ihre Sandalen nur als Nachtrag ein, aber sie war froh, dass sie es tat.

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noun

Nachtrag, Zusatz

Something additional to the original plan or concept.

Examples :

"This whole remodeling was an afterthought; we were only going to paint and call it good."

Diese ganze Renovierung war ein Nachtrag; wir wollten eigentlich nur streichen und es gut sein lassen.

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verb

Nachträglich hinzufügen

(very rare except in the past tense, possibly nonstandard) To expound as an afterthought.

Examples :

"After the argument, he afterthought that he should have spoken more calmly. "

Nach dem Streit fügte er nachträglich hinzu, dass er ruhiger hätte sprechen sollen.

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verb

Nachträglich bedenken, überdenken

To think about after the fact, reflect on.

Examples :

"She afterthought about her rude reply and immediately sent an apology. "

Sie überdachte ihre unhöfliche Antwort und schickte sofort eine Entschuldigung.

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verb

Bereuen, bedauern

To repent, or feel remorse for; to regret.

Examples :

"After the argument, Sarah afterthought her harsh words to her brother. "

Nach dem Streit bedauerte Sarah ihre harten Worte zu ihrem Bruder.

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