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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Benner added that the restructuring planned at Volkswagen will have enormous repercussions for all manufacturers and suppliers in Germany, as well as the broader industry.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 21, 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
The president's remarks also sparked a diplomatic row, with the Burundian foreign affairs minister warning that "hate speech against Burundi" could have repercussions for Kenyans abroad.
From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2026
But the situation involving Paul and Mortensen is far more serious, with more consequential legal repercussions.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026
Surely, there will be repercussions, but will they go so far as Coin annulling our agreement for the victors’ immunity?
From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins
