repercussion

It was hard to contemplate how, even as recently as the 1980s, someone would feel comfortable enough to draw such a disgraceful thing on a government document without fear of repercussion.

From Salon ● Sep. 3, 2025

"I believe that where a venue advertises that they operate Ask for Angela, then there should be some kind of fine or repercussion if they haven't trained all their staff."

From BBC ● Nov. 12, 2024

In yet another buttress against the scourge of overwork, Australia’s Senate on Thursday passed a bill giving workers the right to ignore calls and messages outside of working hours without fear of repercussion.

From New York Times ● Feb. 8, 2024

Notably, Taco Bell says it isn’t seeking to claim the trademark for its sole usage but to “liberate” the phrase for all companies to use without threat of legal repercussion.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 16, 2023

As well, the way my father was regarded during his lifetime robbed him of any peace in knowing that his life and contributions mattered, and that his family would live without jeopardy or repercussion.

From "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" by Alex Malcolm X;Hailey

Urging clients to acknowledge the repercussions of their actions also tends to make an impact.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 18, 2026

He asked for his name to be changed for fear of repercussions.

From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026

These are some of the repercussions when retirees are faced with financial challenges.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 29, 2026

But three of the cities facing the new legal repercussions say they are actively working to complete the lengthy plans, despite a slow process.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 18, 2026

There was no twisting away from the repercussions that the angels brought, justice rising like a sun over the hill in a loud morning.

From "Pet" by Akwaeke Emezi