as in implication
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something that is produced by or necessarily follows an action, decision, etc.
They discussed the possible ramifications of the new treaty. The government's actions in this case could have major political ramifications.
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Recent Examples of ramification
Privately, however, some Democrats have expressed concerns that the mishap could have negative ramifications for the party in the long run.
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Filip Timotija, The Hill, 14 June 2025
President Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s messy breakup could have long-term ramifications for the Republican Party’s congressional primaries — as well as the Trump administration’s ties to Musk’s companies and his allies.
—Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 6 June 2025
Powell has critiqued the tariffs for the potential negative ramifications on inflation and unemployment.
—Nick Mordowanec, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 June 2025
How the team plays overall in June could have heavy ramifications on the organization’s trade deadline plans come July.
—Katie Woo, New York Times, 6 June 2025
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Filip Timotija, The Hill, 14 June 2025
President Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s messy breakup could have long-term ramifications for the Republican Party’s congressional primaries — as well as the Trump administration’s ties to Musk’s companies and his allies.
—Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 6 June 2025
Powell has critiqued the tariffs for the potential negative ramifications on inflation and unemployment.
—Nick Mordowanec, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 June 2025
How the team plays overall in June could have heavy ramifications on the organization’s trade deadline plans come July.
—Katie Woo, New York Times, 6 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ramification
Noun
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In general, there are still some question marks for the future of these tests and their implications for the banking sector.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
20 June 2025
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In formulating monetary policy, the Fed will continue to monitor the implications of incoming information for the economic outlook and is prepared to adjust the stance of monetary policy as appropriate if risks emerge that hinder the attainment of its dual objectives.—
Rohit Arora,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
Noun
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Legal and financial barriers delay needed care, leading to substantially worse health outcomes for our community.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 June 2025
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The court today disregards Congress's express desire to prevent that very outcome.—
June 26,
CBS News,
26 June 2025
Noun
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But appealing to both audiences has led to an unintended consequence: clubs playing in conditions many have never encountered before.—
Emma Moon,
Charlotte Observer,
25 June 2025
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The state must swiftly come into compliance with Title IX or face the consequences that follow.—
Ryan Gaydos , Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
25 June 2025
Noun
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Adding more high-skilled immigrants every year instead of just a one-time increase would have a larger effect.—
Adam A. Millsap,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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However, despite the fact that the overwhelming majority of physicians have the best of intentions, these new rules will have a chilling effect on both veterans seeking health care and providers caring for them.—
Flavia Mangan Colgan,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 June 2025
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“Ramification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ramification. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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