side effects

variants also side reactions
plural of side effect

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Noun
  • These mistakes are not only costly on a game-by-game basis because their suspension ramifications, particularly in a Chelsea squad already carrying several defensive injuries, are key.
    Simon Johnson, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
  • And this global push has had local ramifications.
    Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 10 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • What To Know According to footage filmed by witness Ryan Garza, several officers can be seen rubbing their eyes, squinting, and struggling with the aftereffects of the gas on October 4.
    Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Oct. 2025
  • In addition to the potential aftereffects of treatment, all cancer survivors have to deal with other concerns such as the continuing fear of recurrence.
    Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The Fox31 meteorologist’s experience highlights the complexities of stalking cases and shows how the criminal justice system — and prosecutors’ charging decisions — can leave victims feeling unprotected.
    Shelly Bradbury, Denver Post, 13 Oct. 2025
  • Despite the technical complexities, all four producers emphasized that personal connections and trust matter more than contractual frameworks when selecting co-production partners.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 13 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Nanoplastics and microplastics have both been linked to serious and long-term health complications, including respiratory and reproductive issues, brain and nerve toxicity, and cancer risks.
    Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2025
  • The repercussions have bled into the music industry, with foreign or Mexican acts being forced to cancel shows or perform under the threat of legal complications.
    Thania Garcia, Variety, 9 Oct. 2025
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