as in implications
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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 ramifications
Iran has also conducted drone strikes that damaged data centers in the region that are owned by Amazon Web Services, which operates the world’s largest cloud platform—high-value targets with major financial and operational ramifications.
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Sue Halpern, New Yorker, 24 Apr. 2026
At the time of the sale, the Running Point writers room happened to be in the middle of breaking a season two episode where the Gordon family weighs the ramifications if one of them, or their spouse, were to sell their shares in the team.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 23 Apr. 2026
If Elliss broke out while making the switch to inside linebacker, that would have present-day and future ramifications for the Broncos.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 23 Apr. 2026
This heat wave, which is the oceanic equivalent of a heat wave on land, could have broad ramifications for sea life, as warm water species like hammerhead sharks and bluefin tuna migrate into areas where they are normally not seen, and cold-water species move deeper and further north.
—Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 22 Apr. 2026
The Supreme Court will hear a major case in its next term, which is set to have sweeping ramifications for climate change lawsuits.
—Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 17 Apr. 2026
If the Knicks are to lose to these Hawks, the loss will be self-inflicted, as will the ramifications of falling so far short of ownership’s NBA Finals or bust mandate.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 17 Apr. 2026
But for Swalwell, the legal and other ramifications are just beginning.
—Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
But a growing number of Hollywood heavyweights have continued to raise concerns over the ramifications of the deal for the industry at large.
—Rebecca Keegan, NBC news, 16 Apr. 2026
Sue Halpern, New Yorker, 24 Apr. 2026
At the time of the sale, the Running Point writers room happened to be in the middle of breaking a season two episode where the Gordon family weighs the ramifications if one of them, or their spouse, were to sell their shares in the team.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 23 Apr. 2026
If Elliss broke out while making the switch to inside linebacker, that would have present-day and future ramifications for the Broncos.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 23 Apr. 2026
This heat wave, which is the oceanic equivalent of a heat wave on land, could have broad ramifications for sea life, as warm water species like hammerhead sharks and bluefin tuna migrate into areas where they are normally not seen, and cold-water species move deeper and further north.
—Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 22 Apr. 2026
The Supreme Court will hear a major case in its next term, which is set to have sweeping ramifications for climate change lawsuits.
—Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 17 Apr. 2026
If the Knicks are to lose to these Hawks, the loss will be self-inflicted, as will the ramifications of falling so far short of ownership’s NBA Finals or bust mandate.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 17 Apr. 2026
But for Swalwell, the legal and other ramifications are just beginning.
—Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
But a growing number of Hollywood heavyweights have continued to raise concerns over the ramifications of the deal for the industry at large.
—Rebecca Keegan, NBC news, 16 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ramifications
Noun
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If they do get relegated this season, the implications will be sizeable.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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But the Strait of Malacca would have much wider implications from a cargo trade standpoint, with the Ports of Singapore and Malaysia’s Tanjung Pelepas sitting at the channel’s southern entrance.—
Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
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No one else had to live under the shadow of its consequences.—
Nikhil Krishnan,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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Others express skepticism over applying developing, arguably flawed and still relatively untested AI technology to criminal justice, with its far-reaching societal consequences.—
Edmund H. Mahony,
Hartford Courant,
20 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The New York City Council is debating a law that would set time limits on young people’s social media use as concerns grow over its effects on mental health.—
Cayla Bamberger,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2026
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And the creature effects are being overseen by legendary effects artist Greg Nicotero and team at KNB EFX Group, who are known for their work on The Walking Dead and Fallout, among a host of award-winning work.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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That drives pocket-protector wearing water engineers a little crazy, because steady outcomes are what these men and women live for.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
24 Apr. 2026
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In the context of modern entrepreneurship, where outcomes are often measured in exits and valuations, the sentiment stands out.—
NIa Bowers,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Ramifications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ramifications. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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