* Meanwhile- at the same time, but in a different place
* Then – right after the previous action
* Later- at a time span after the previous action and before the last action
* Eventually – much later, but not necessarily finally (but it could be)
* Finally- the last action
Example:
I turned the key, then opened the door. Meanwhile, my friend carried the groceries from the car. Later, we unpacked the groceries and put them away. I was tired, but eventually I had enough energy to cook. Finally we ate dinner and watched a movie.
lastly
afterwards
next
at this stage
now
after that
first of all
firstly
eventually
subsequently
at last
at the same time
to begin with
during this process
initially