ripple effect

Example Sentences

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Yates doesn’t believe Princeton’s decision will have a ripple effect.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Fiona says the delays they faced had caused a "ripple effect" in the couple's life "where it's not just damaging one thing, it's damaging multiple things".

From BBC • May 29, 2026

“I didn’t realize the ripple effect of something like this until it happened.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Ramos, now 51, won the next election to keep his spot on the board, which he said created a ripple effect that drew in more Latino candidates.

From Salon • May 7, 2026

Everyone’s space invaded everyone else's, and the ripple effect separated me from my brother.

From "The Rock and the River" by Kekla Magoon