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
Each of these games should have large ramifications for the College Football Playoff picture.
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Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2025
Substantial raises will go into effect for Aaron Gordon and Christian Braun in 2026-27, potentially having ripple effects on the team’s depth, depending on its willingness to spend and deal with the subsequent tax and the roster-building ramifications.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 7 Nov. 2025
Metro could also face some tricky legal ramifications from relying on its savings.
—Austin Corona, AZCentral.com, 6 Nov. 2025
Kyiv says many Ukrainian prisoners of war have been killed by Russia’s forces, but there have so far been no legal ramifications.
—Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025
As the president tests the limits of his executive authority and takes a bulldozer -- in some cases literally -- approach to changing Washington and the country, the ramifications for Republicans and Democrats are going to be played out in these results.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
Regulating sports wagering has proven to be a challenge — and experts warn about the ramifications for gamblers who typically lose money.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2025
While largely conceptual in nature, the ramifications could soon help boost advancements in telecommunications and satellite arrays.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 23 Oct. 2025
The Tigers have a lot to clean up in preparation for a game with many potential ramifications.
—Chase Gemes, Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2025
Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2025
Substantial raises will go into effect for Aaron Gordon and Christian Braun in 2026-27, potentially having ripple effects on the team’s depth, depending on its willingness to spend and deal with the subsequent tax and the roster-building ramifications.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 7 Nov. 2025
Metro could also face some tricky legal ramifications from relying on its savings.
—Austin Corona, AZCentral.com, 6 Nov. 2025
Kyiv says many Ukrainian prisoners of war have been killed by Russia’s forces, but there have so far been no legal ramifications.
—Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025
As the president tests the limits of his executive authority and takes a bulldozer -- in some cases literally -- approach to changing Washington and the country, the ramifications for Republicans and Democrats are going to be played out in these results.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
Regulating sports wagering has proven to be a challenge — and experts warn about the ramifications for gamblers who typically lose money.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2025
While largely conceptual in nature, the ramifications could soon help boost advancements in telecommunications and satellite arrays.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 23 Oct. 2025
The Tigers have a lot to clean up in preparation for a game with many potential ramifications.
—Chase Gemes, Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ramifications
Noun
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From the 15th century down to the present day, the Church has constructed an identity and a past at odds with what the records show—expanding the authority and power of the papacy in ways that have striking broader political implications.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
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The effort had long-term implications for the future.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
8 Nov. 2025
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But Jackie’s defining value is framed as determination, and The Queen of Versailles is too busy handing her upbeat girlboss numbers to reckon in any meaningful way with the consequences.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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Meanwhile, the consequences of the shutdown have been compounding.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Both of these effects can make reflux worse.—
Sarah Hudgens,
Health,
11 Nov. 2025
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Fast casual has become ‘too expensive’ Cava, which serves customizable Mediterranean-style bowls, is one chain that’s feeling the effects.—
Jordan Valinsky,
CNN Money,
11 Nov. 2025
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Steve Wymer, Boys & Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley’s CEO, said while there was an oversize check and lots of balloons at the event Thursday, ASML’s aim is more about outcomes than public relations.—
Sal Pizarro,
Mercury News,
8 Nov. 2025
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Federal and state policymakers need to buttress these investments with stronger protections that ensure access to workforce training translates into real outcomes, not the false promise of low-quality training options with untrusted credentials.—
Yolanda Watson Spiva,
Fortune,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Ramifications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ramifications. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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