now then

interjection

Used to move or return to another subject of discussion.

“Now then, what shall we do?”

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Meanings

interjection
  1. Used to move or return to another subject of discussion.

    Now then, what shall we do?

  2. A mild admonishment.

    Now then, don't hit your brother!

  3. A greeting.

    Now then, John, what you up to?

Synonyms & antonyms

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Cite this entry
APA

now then. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 4, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/now%20then

MLA

“now then.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/now%20then. Accessed November 4, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “now then,” accessed November 4, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/now%20then.

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