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sweet hereafter

idiom
Meaning

Heaven; paradise as enjoyed in the afterlife.


Examples
SIMPLE

They believe they will meet again in the sweet hereafter.

CONTEXTUAL

The old man spoke peacefully about his life, saying he was ready for the sweet hereafter.

COMPLEX

The poet wrote movingly of a world beyond our own, where all earthly suffering finds rest in the sweet hereafter.

Anchors to
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    home sweet home

    Expressing contentment or relief at residing in or returning to one's own home.

  2. 02

    keep someone sweet

    To keep someone friendly or satisfied by complying with their wishes or preferences.

  3. 03

    sweet dreams

    Said to someone before they fall asleep, wishing them a good sleep.

  4. 04

    sweet fuck all

    Fuck all.

  5. 05

    sweet Jesus

    Used to add emphasis, particularly by Catholics.

  6. 06

    sweet Mary

    Used to add emphasis, particularly by Catholics.

  7. 07

    sweet Mary mother of God

    Used to add emphasis, particularly by Catholics.

  8. 08

    sweet nothings

    Insubstantial or romantic words that are only meant to flatter, woo, or seduce.

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