as in effects
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 repercussions
Officials said taking away the licenses could have drastic repercussions for countless industries that rely on commercial drivers and worsen the serious shortage of bus drivers currently impacting New York’s schoolchildren and their families.
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Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 24 Apr. 2026
In what was framed as a protest against the report’s feared repercussions on the freedom of the press, the United States and the United Kingdom withdrew from UNESCO in 1984 and 1985.
—Stijn Joye, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
He was subsequently fired from the WWE and faced additional repercussions in his personal and professional life.
—Natasha Dye, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026
Who knows what the repercussions of doing that.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 22 Apr. 2026
The people of our state are not done, and there will be repercussions to this decision.
—Kelly Werthmann, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
But sometimes there are social repercussions to not attending.
—Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2026
Others still were energized by the global repercussions of the Russian Revolution.
—Tony Wood, The Conversation, 17 Apr. 2026
Birol warned that not reopening the waterway within weeks could compound the repercussions for global energy supplies.
—John Leicester, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026
Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 24 Apr. 2026
In what was framed as a protest against the report’s feared repercussions on the freedom of the press, the United States and the United Kingdom withdrew from UNESCO in 1984 and 1985.
—Stijn Joye, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
He was subsequently fired from the WWE and faced additional repercussions in his personal and professional life.
—Natasha Dye, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026
Who knows what the repercussions of doing that.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 22 Apr. 2026
The people of our state are not done, and there will be repercussions to this decision.
—Kelly Werthmann, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
But sometimes there are social repercussions to not attending.
—Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2026
Others still were energized by the global repercussions of the Russian Revolution.
—Tony Wood, The Conversation, 17 Apr. 2026
Birol warned that not reopening the waterway within weeks could compound the repercussions for global energy supplies.
—John Leicester, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for repercussions
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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The change lets these entities partner with developers without needing special waivers from local government, though some officials and religious leaders have raised concerns about long-term impacts on congregations.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
21 Apr. 2026
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Witherspoon also directly addressed some of negative impacts AI is having on employment and the environment.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Your life story, your influences, that's unique.—
Yamillah Hurtado,
PEOPLE,
11 Apr. 2026
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May 21 – June 20 Fresh influences could be arriving from your wider circles.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Repercussions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repercussions. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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