After the bell Crossword Clue

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After the bell Crossword Answer

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(adverb)
1. in the recent past
2. to an advanced time
(adjective)
1. at or toward an end or late period or stage of development
2. after the expected or usual time; delayed

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

BELL (noun)
1. the shape of a bell
2. the sound of a bell being struck
BELL (verb)
1. attach a bell to
AFTER (adverb)
1. happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
AFTER (adjective)
1. located farther aft

Hint 3: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
TAEL

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Down

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