as in effect
the power to bring about a result on another
your decision not to go to college will have repercussions you'll feel for years to come
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Recent Examples of repercussion
But San Diego County Judge Katherine Bacal ruled current plans did not go without repercussions for the site’s environment, in particular animals.
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Hannah Elsmore, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Nov. 2025
The initiative’s repercussions could be widespread.
—Jori Finkel, CNN Money, 30 Oct. 2025
For the less fortunate stores, however, there is growing concern that any closures could have broad and serious repercussions.
—Tovia Smith, NPR, 30 Oct. 2025
The better story won a long time ago and froze into a myth with present-day repercussions.
—Elizabeth D. Samet, Foreign Affairs, 29 Oct. 2025
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Hannah Elsmore, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Nov. 2025
The initiative’s repercussions could be widespread.
—Jori Finkel, CNN Money, 30 Oct. 2025
For the less fortunate stores, however, there is growing concern that any closures could have broad and serious repercussions.
—Tovia Smith, NPR, 30 Oct. 2025
The better story won a long time ago and froze into a myth with present-day repercussions.
—Elizabeth D. Samet, Foreign Affairs, 29 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for repercussion
Noun
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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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The effect can last up to 2 years after stopping the antibiotics.—
Leigh Weddle,
Verywell Health,
11 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Power struggles in friendships or group settings could surface, especially if money, influence or loyalty is somehow involved.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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His experiences here helped forge his passion for the outdoors and conservation, spurring him to use his presidential influence to establish the United States Forest Service, 150 national forests, and five national parks.—
Karthika Gupta,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The France midfielder signed from Lyon in the summer has been eased into his Premier League career after a two-month injury layoff, with Guardiola using him mostly as an impact substitute since returning to action in mid-October.—
Andy Jones,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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Over the course of the three-day summit, attendees and Goldman leaders talked all things AI—from the most lucrative investments, to the tech’s impact on the environment, and its potential to innovate industries.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
9 Nov. 2025
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