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
Retreat 11 months and Newcastle were scrambling to hit their PSR target and contemplating a 10-point deduction in the Premier League, the ramifications of which lingered with them.
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George Caulkin, New York Times, 2 May 2025
So there are a lot of ramifications here that the normal person doesn’t see.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 1 May 2025
Then, when Zelensky suggested that the U.S. did not yet feel the ramifications of the Ukraine war because of geography, Trump raised his voice at the foreign leader.
—Julia Mueller, The Hill, 30 Apr. 2025
Stern also pointed to attacks on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts and their ramifications for disabled people, women and people of color.
—Lisa Hagen, NPR, 25 Apr. 2025
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George Caulkin, New York Times, 2 May 2025
So there are a lot of ramifications here that the normal person doesn’t see.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 1 May 2025
Then, when Zelensky suggested that the U.S. did not yet feel the ramifications of the Ukraine war because of geography, Trump raised his voice at the foreign leader.
—Julia Mueller, The Hill, 30 Apr. 2025
Stern also pointed to attacks on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts and their ramifications for disabled people, women and people of color.
—Lisa Hagen, NPR, 25 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ramification
Noun
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Brandon Lingle | The San Antonio Express-News | AP Trump’s decision to accept the gift has sparked fierce controversy over the legality, ethics and national security implications of what would be the largest foreign gift ever received by the U.S. government.—
Laya Neelakandan,
CNBC,
15 May 2025
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Institutions should conduct systematic curriculum reviews that combine teaching technical AI skills with cultivating critical thinking about AI’s societal and ethical implications across disciplines, as is present at Arizona State University.—
Dr. Aviva Legatt,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
Noun
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The way the division has played to this point, however, keeps those outcomes as real possibilities.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2025
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And while ear piercing is generally safe, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) lists several adverse outcomes to improper piercing and piercing care, such as infection at the piercing site, bloodstream infections, allergic reactions, cuts and tears, and keloid formation.—
Taylor Grothe,
Parents,
9 May 2025
Noun
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The Drumbeat Continues High prices have consequences beyond individual patients.—
David Armstrong,
ProPublica,
8 May 2025
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Here's Which Borrowers Aren't Impacted Previously capped at 10 percent during the Biden administration to prevent financial hardship, the reinstated policy could have severe consequences for retirees and disabled individuals who depend heavily on their benefits.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 May 2025
Noun
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That could lead the Fed to keep rates elevated until the duties – and their effects on consumption, business outlays and hiring – drive unemployment to about 4.7% by next year, the research firm said.—
Paul Davidson,
USA Today,
9 May 2025
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Related article Putin’s 3-day ceasefire comes into effect, but Ukraine claims Russia already broke it Ukraine has launched multiple drone attacks on Moscow over the course of the war, including in recent days, prompting temporary closures of airports in the capital for several hours.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
8 May 2025
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“Ramification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ramification. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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