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consequent

[kon-si-kwent, -kwuhnt] / ˈkɒn sɪˌkwɛnt, -kwənt /


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What that means is that if one car is still deploying energy when another is recovering, there is a near-500bhp offset in engine power - and a consequent massive speed differential.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Developments in the Middle East and consequent movements in energy prices will remain firmly on investors’ radar.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

“For example, home building could be delayed because of a reduction in specific skills” resulting in “a consequent increase in unemployment for the remaining workforce.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 21, 2025

And the consequent widespread price plunges would cause a negative feedback loop — “It’s very hard to get out of a deflationary spiral,” Wolfers said.

From Salon • Aug. 20, 2024

Listen to antecedent and consequent phrases in the tune "Auld Lang Syne."

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones




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