1
as in resultant
coming as a result
his high-fat diet and the consequential weight gain
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2
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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But what’s even more important is how the couple got together in the first place.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
13 June 2025
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This is one of the most important services of their lives.—
Buddha Lo,
People.com,
13 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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In response, Iran fired hundreds of ballistic missiles and drones into Israel, causing multiple casualties and causing significant damage to an oil refinery and prominent science institute.—
Rebecca Rosman,
NPR,
15 June 2025
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By agreeing on the eventual package of £116m, Hughes and Rolfes were able to shake hands and both feel proud of the outcome.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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Congratulations to the Ninth Circuit, America is proud of you tonight!—
Martha McHardy
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
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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Jerome Galland As the competition among premium credit cards continues to heat up, one of the industry’s top players is making a major shift.—
Bailey Berg,
AFAR Media,
20 June 2025
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There is something dangerously, provocatively arrogant about his glorified gang leader looks.—
Timothy Crouse,
Rolling Stone,
9 June 2025
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The exiled poet was criticized for his arrogant attempts to influence British and American foreign policy.—
Graham Robb,
The Atlantic,
9 June 2025
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“Consequential.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consequential. Accessed 24 Jun. 2025.
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