repercussion
noun
an effect or result, often indirect or remote, of some event or action.
repercussions
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pluralof repercussion.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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The Yankees once spent whatever it took—-and worried about the repercussions later.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2026
That might backfire, or it might not, and the repercussions of the former could represent a significant hurdle in their quest for a third consecutive World Series championship.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 3, 2026
But the evasion of military service also comes with intense public scrutiny and legal repercussions.
From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026
Military authorities put effort into messaging that ultimately obscures responsibility and causality, and family members who speak out sometimes fear real repercussions for themselves and loved ones.
From Salon ● Sep. 19, 2026
I don’t know why the popular phrase is truth or consequences, when it’s really more like lies and repercussions.
From "Liar, Liar" by Gary Paulsen
