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consequence

[kon-si-kwens, -kwuhns] / ˈkɒn sɪˌkwɛns, -kwəns /




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But researchers have now uncovered an unexpected consequence of that eruption: the enormous volcanic cloud appears to have helped destroy some of the methane pollution produced by the volcano itself.

From Science Daily Sep. 15, 2026

Caitlin Myers, an economist at Dartmouth College who studies abortion policy, said the deaths should be investigated: “This is a potentially profound consequence of the regulation,” she said.

From Salon Sep. 13, 2026

But one consequence is already becoming clear: Artificial intelligence is creating a trust problem among colleagues at work.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 11, 2026

As a consequence, Miliband said this should be reflected "in the economic relationships we choose to have with the occupied territories".

From BBC Sep. 8, 2026

That was the price, the consequence, of this magic.

From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff

I can write about surveillance and war, and the consequences are an argument in the comments section.

From Slate Sep. 17, 2026

A Federal Reserve database used for monitoring banks experienced a temporary outage last month, triggering concerns from a top Senate Democrat about the consequences of cuts to the Fed’s regulatory staff.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 15, 2026

On Tuesday, Qatar warned of dire consequences if Bab al-Mandab was closed.

From Barron's Sep. 15, 2026

“When the consequences of a geopolitical crisis roils oil markets and bruises the bond market, it is only a matter of time before equities get hit,” Brooks of XTB added.

From MarketWatch Sep. 15, 2026

“And I think this little trip is worth the risk. In spite of whatever consequences we’re going to face.”

From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix




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