consequence
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“There’s a level of consequence coming to cyberattacks now that we probably haven’t seen in the past,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 13, 2026
Keeping daylight saving time in effect all year could bring brighter evenings, but new research suggests the change would come with a troubling consequence for American children.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 4, 2026
Another point Privorotsky makes is that if the expansion of future compute is constrained, then the value of existing, energized compute rises as a consequence.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 4, 2026
A team of Australia-based researchers published a study earlier this year that found little evidence to suggest teenagers have turned away from social media as a consequence of the restrictions.
From Barron's ● Nov. 3, 2026
In consequence you get to know your fellow hikers at least a little, quite well if you meet them nightly at the shelters.
From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson
In her letter she suggested the sentence should "make clear that dangerous driving carries serious consequences".
From BBC ● Nov. 15, 2026
Many Americans are starting to grapple with the consequences of the stock market’s massive, singular bet on AI.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 15, 2026
Bahrain's foreign ministry said: "The Kingdom of Bahrain condemns in the strongest terms the continued brutal Iranian attacks on its territory and holds Iran fully responsible for their consequences."
From BBC ● Nov. 15, 2026
You’re likely to see the consequences of the way you donate come tax time.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 14, 2026
Oh and let’s not forget, changing something could result in unforeseen consequences to my family.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
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