consequence
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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 the day and its aftermath played a defining role, one marked by tragedy, miscalculation and consequence.
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
It would be much better running the Trout than many other inns, because the great world came through, and scholars and people of consequence were often there to talk to.
From "The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage" by Philip Pullman
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I can write about surveillance and war, and the consequences are an argument in the comments section.
From Slate ● Sep. 17, 2026
On Tuesday, Qatar warned of dire consequences if Bab al-Mandab was closed, saying it would be "catastrophic for the entire world".
From Barron's ● Sep. 16, 2026
But for children with heart conditions, the consequences can be fatal.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 15, 2026
The report found that "the way Letby's grievance and its consequences were handled was deplorable", adding that the investigating officer in charge "could bring neither independence nor objectivity to it".
From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2026
Both France and England were exhausted and in debt—and they would both suffer the consequences: revolutions.
From "Zero: The Biography of a Dangerous Idea" by Charles Seife
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Jim Burke's Academic Vocabulary List
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"The Monkey's Paw" by W. W. Jacobs
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TEKS ELAR Academic Vocabulary List (5th-7th grades)
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