Aback and Next

Aback

Aback adverb - Without warning.
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Synonyms for Aback

Next and aback are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Next" instead an adverb "Aback".

Next

Next adverb - At the time or occasion immediately following.

Aback and next are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Aback" instead an adverb "Next".

Both words in one sentence

  • Angst? What Angst? Octavia is somewhat taken aback, and she tells the hospital staff that she doesn't want Celestia to visit again in the next few days.
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Next and Aback. (2016). Retrieved 2026, July 21, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/aback/next
Aback & Next. N.p., 2016. Web. 21 Jul. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/aback/next>.
Next or Aback. 2016. Accessed July 21, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/aback/next.
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