knock-on
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The scarcity of naphtha -- a liquid distilled from petroleum that is essential for making ethylene, a key ingredient in everything from plastic grocery bags to food packaging -- risks a knock-on effect across many industries.
From Barron's
That slowdown increases the likelihood of knock-on effects across other industries.
From Barron's
Swonk noted that uncertainty due to the Iran war and its knock-on effects would further curb labor demand.
From Barron's
But the committee was also told the delay could have a knock-on effect on the delivery date of some systems, such as new mine sweeping technology.
From BBC
Swonk noted that spiking uncertainty due to war in Iran and its knock-on effects would further curb labor demand.
From Barron's
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