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consequence

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




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On a sector basis, only semiconductors are meaningfully owned, mostly as a consequence of ASML, while investors are shunning automakers.

From MarketWatch Sep. 9, 2026

The state of the Chinese market has had another consequence for European carmakers, including JLR.

From BBC Sep. 7, 2026

In fact, the incentive is to keep pushing forward no matter consequence, in the hopes of dominating the market with the most powerful AI thing, meaning the most lucrative as well.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 6, 2026

That difference has a potentially important practical consequence.

From Science Daily Sep. 3, 2026

But it did make her feel better, and as a consequence she shut up about it.

From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly

"The consequences could be considerable, making it easier for misinformation to spread more quickly," said Alejandro Martin del Campo, a media expert at Mexico's Tecnologico de Monterrey.

From Barron's Sep. 10, 2026

But even a trust can’t override a beneficiary designation on a retirement account without triggering significant tax consequences.

From MarketWatch Sep. 10, 2026

Pushback from the fisheries industry was enough for Canada to alter its counter-tariffs by removing dozens of seafood items to avoid unintended consequences to its own economy.

From BBC Sep. 8, 2026

At FIU, a training on classroom management “largely discourages” teachers from issuing consequences to misbehaving students.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 8, 2026

He wasn’t absolutely certain he could see the full consequences of allowing Byrne to take his queen, but he plunged ahead, nevertheless.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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