Subsequently, much laughter is heard (5)

I believe the answer is:

after

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'subsequently' is the definition.
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(Other definitions for after that I've seen before include "Looking for" , "Subsequently" , "Subsequent to" , "In pursuit of, behind" , "Coming later in time" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.

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