ripple effect

Example Sentences

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Ramos, now 51, won the next election to keep his spot on the board, which he said created a ripple effect that drew in more Latino candidates.

From Salon • May 7, 2026

And discontent can be contagious, ultimately having a ripple effect on worsening morale and productivity.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

"There's a ripple effect right across the family and relatives, you know, that will have an impact today, so my heart goes out to them," Brown added.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

But experts say a major disruption to natural-gas production would have a ripple effect on agriculture.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

“I just want to complete my original mission. That ripple effect he’s so worried about”—he pointed at JB jeeringly—“pah! You won’t even feel it!”

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix