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
Borrowers who are behind on payments could face repercussions like having their wages garnished and watching their credit scores plummet.
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Ben Abrams, NPR, 2 May 2025
Despite the series not letting Kristine, or Michael, off the hook in the end, the pair never faced legal repercussions after they were charged with neglect of a dependent.
—Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 1 May 2025
Now, the league’s best defense can bump into opponents with fewer repercussions.
—The Athletic Nba Staff, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
But Firmin-Sellers predicts every nonprofit, including her own, will feel repercussions.
—Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2025
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Ben Abrams, NPR, 2 May 2025
Despite the series not letting Kristine, or Michael, off the hook in the end, the pair never faced legal repercussions after they were charged with neglect of a dependent.
—Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 1 May 2025
Now, the league’s best defense can bump into opponents with fewer repercussions.
—The Athletic Nba Staff, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
But Firmin-Sellers predicts every nonprofit, including her own, will feel repercussions.
—Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for repercussion
Recent Examples of Synonyms for repercussion
Noun
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But treatment, which typically involves medications to block the hormone testosterone, can have adverse effects on the brain and body.—
Brenda Goodman,
CNN Money,
20 May 2025
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What’s remarkable is that relatively small amounts can have significant effects.—
Deborah Vankin,
Los Angeles Times,
20 May 2025
Noun
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Her style leans toward country and Americana with a wide array of rhythmic influences.—
Monica Hooper,
Arkansas Online,
18 May 2025
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Launched as a series of limited-edition releases, the Founder’s Collection serves as a creative playground —a place where traditional Kentucky bourbon meets unexpected influences from around the world.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
Noun
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If the case is appealed to a circuit court of appeals, that could broaden the impact because circuits span multiple states.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
18 May 2025
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Is Son Heung-min sharp enough to start on the left wing and make a decisive impact?—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
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“Repercussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repercussion. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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