consequences
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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“It’s bad policy and it’s going to have bad consequences across California,” she said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
What many families don’t realize is that paying tuition directly to universities may carry zero gift-tax consequences under current tax law.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
New research in mice suggests that gut microbes and the compounds they produce may play a surprising role in protecting against some of the condition's most serious consequences, including heart disease.
From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026
Rand said the death of Madison Bruce Smith - a baby in his Altrincham and Sale West constituency - had shown the real-world consequences of allowing unqualified practitioners.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
Oh and let’s not forget, changing something could result in unforeseen consequences to my family.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
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