noun
- unexpected consequences or results that occur after an event seems to be over
Usage: archaic; plural form
Examples
- The scandal had many afterclaps that continued to damage his reputation.
- She thought the crisis was over, but the afterclaps proved otherwise.
- The company faced serious afterclaps from their poor decision.
- Political afterclaps from the vote lasted for months.
- He didn’t anticipate the afterclaps of his hasty resignation.