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as in resultant
coming as a result
his high-fat diet and the consequential weight gain
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as in important
having great meaning or lasting effect
the American Civil War is often regarded as the nation's most consequential event since its founding
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as in smug
having too high an opinion of oneself
for such a consequential businessman, he's head of a rather small company
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Recent Examples of consequential
But Barrett could participate in a future case — providing the crucial fifth vote — that presents the same legal question, which poses consequential implications for public education.
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Zach Schonfeld, The Hill, 7 June 2025
The resulting timeline—a chaotic, catty, incendiary voyage into the grievances of the world’s richest man with the president of the United States—should be enshrined as a historical artifact, a front-row seat to the apparent end of an extraordinarily consequential partnership.
—Brian Barrett, Wired News, 5 June 2025
But the structural changes in steelmaking were far more consequential, argues Professor Briem, the author of a forthcoming book on the industry.
—Patrik Jonsson, Christian Science Monitor, 3 June 2025
This consequential naval clash saw Admiral Horatio Nelson and his 27 British ships defeat a robust 33-strong Franco-Spanish fleet, thereby stopping French general Napoleon Bonaparte and his army from invading England.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 3 June 2025
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Zach Schonfeld, The Hill, 7 June 2025
The resulting timeline—a chaotic, catty, incendiary voyage into the grievances of the world’s richest man with the president of the United States—should be enshrined as a historical artifact, a front-row seat to the apparent end of an extraordinarily consequential partnership.
—Brian Barrett, Wired News, 5 June 2025
But the structural changes in steelmaking were far more consequential, argues Professor Briem, the author of a forthcoming book on the industry.
—Patrik Jonsson, Christian Science Monitor, 3 June 2025
This consequential naval clash saw Admiral Horatio Nelson and his 27 British ships defeat a robust 33-strong Franco-Spanish fleet, thereby stopping French general Napoleon Bonaparte and his army from invading England.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 3 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consequential
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Those core competencies and extensive insider knowledge will be tested with the looming activist investor row, cybersecurity investigation, resultant remediation plans and likely shareholder litigation.—
Noah Barsky,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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Diehl goes to great lengths to embody a figure noxious to the eyes and ears — in the most subtle, skin-crawling ways — with the crouched body language of a man resultant to be seen.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
20 May 2025
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Getty Images Iran launched a missile strike against the largest American military installation in the Middle East, near Doha, Qatar, in retaliation for U.S. strikes on Iran's most important nuclear sites over the weekend.—
Michele Luhn,
CNBC,
24 June 2025
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The threat of Bezos, and the more existential threats posed by capitalism and the government mean that the interests of booksellers and the literal work of book selling is more important than ever.—
James Folta,
Literary Hub,
24 June 2025
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In a comedic twist, the Labrador retriever was filmed turning back to his owner during the drive, with a smug look on his face as if to boast about his comfortable spot.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 June 2025
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The letter writer’s smug verbiage may play well in one-party Maryland, but nationally, Americans seek a more collaborative, less agitational approach to political dialogue and reject arrogant, elitist insults spouted by some Democrats.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
8 June 2025
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However, consequent conviction from her mother and friends urged her to let go of the thoughts and apply.—
Ugonnaora Owoh,
Essence,
16 Apr. 2025
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The consequent shortage of social media content is fine by its owners.—
Laura Neilson,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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Values, Legacy, and Portfolio Alignment A significant shift across recent reports highlights how families are increasingly aligning their investments with their core values.—
Francois Botha,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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However, there's a significant difference between containing and controlling a wildfire.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
15 June 2025
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Looking at her grandchildren’s interest in a Juneteenth parade, Wendy Kimble can’t help but feel proud.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2025
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Diano, a three-time district and regional champion in traditional, was proud to win the FHSAA state championship with his parents in attendance.—
Alex Kushel,
Sun Sentinel,
20 June 2025
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Pakistan has announced its nomination of President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, crediting him with averting a major conflict in South Asia at a time when the U.S. leader is contemplating intervention in the Middle East.—
Tom O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 June 2025
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Cicero’s goal is to partner with a major player to scale distribution eventually.—
Geri Stengel,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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The protests proved conclusively that Americans will not tolerate the deployment of the U.S. military in American cities, the constant line-stepping over constitutional boundaries, the arrests of political dissenters, or the arrogant defense of police-state tactics.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 June 2025
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In Aesop’s fable, the turtle (traditionally called a tortoise, which is a type of turtle) is a winner, a perpetual underdog who defeats the arrogant hare.—
A.O. Scott,
New York Times,
13 June 2025
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“Consequential.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consequential. Accessed 28 Jun. 2025.
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