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
These mistakes are not only costly on a game-by-game basis because their suspension ramifications, particularly in a Chelsea squad already carrying several defensive injuries, are key.
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Simon Johnson, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
And this global push has had local ramifications.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 10 Oct. 2025
The political ramifications for him are still unknown.
—Ruth Margalit, New Yorker, 9 Oct. 2025
The pact also allows OpenAI to show that its contracts and investments with suppliers like Nvidia aren't exclusive, to avoid any potential antitrust ramifications.
—Kif Leswing, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2025
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Simon Johnson, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
And this global push has had local ramifications.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 10 Oct. 2025
The political ramifications for him are still unknown.
—Ruth Margalit, New Yorker, 9 Oct. 2025
The pact also allows OpenAI to show that its contracts and investments with suppliers like Nvidia aren't exclusive, to avoid any potential antitrust ramifications.
—Kif Leswing, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ramification
Noun
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So Chernus didn’t take the job without considering all the implications, not only for himself but for the story being told.—
Hunter Ingram,
Variety,
18 Oct. 2025
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The weekend got off to a crazy start with a major upset on Friday night that will have implications for the College Football Playoff.—
Jordan Sigler,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Think through your ideal outcome—as well as what’s reasonable in your line of work—before the conversation, and request accommodations accordingly.—
Jamie Ducharme,
Health,
17 Oct. 2025
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Research has indicated that women in Haiti develop breast cancer earlier and had worse outcomes.—
Raisa Habersham,
Miami Herald,
17 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Some of those involved in the group chat have already faced consequences, such Peter Giunta who was dismissed from his position as chief of staff to a New York assemblyman, and Bobby Walker who was dismissed from a New York congressional campaign.—
Peter Aitken,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
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Keys confirmed the cardiovascular and metabolic changes recorded in Warsaw but also documented psychological consequences that had not been reported before.—
Clayton Dalton,
New Yorker,
18 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The region has seen the deployment of the National Guard and Marines, the cancellation of public events and a visible chilling effect on the use of local businesses and services.—
Deputy News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Oct. 2025
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When does the Ohio THC ban go into effect?—
Katie Wiseman,
IndyStar,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Ramification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ramification. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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