English dictionary
after all
/'/&/ft/@/r_/O/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adverb
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emphasizes something to be considered
ExamplesAfter all, she is your boss, so invite her.
He is, after all, our president.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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in spite of expectations
ExamplesCame to the party after all.
It didn't rain after all.
Source: WordNet 3.0