consequence
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Indeed, it seems more than possible that the stereotypical Canadian “niceness” is a consequence of living next door to an armed and dangerous neighbor.
From Salon ● Aug. 31, 2026
An unexpected consequence is that it democratized the whole stage experience for the band members.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 27, 2026
Their previous work uncovered another important consequence of the black hole's tidal forces.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 23, 2026
He told AFP debt delinquency was "not a consequence of individual decisions" but the result of "a macroeconomic context that has worsened incomes, employment and economic activity."
From Barron's ● Aug. 18, 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
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Voters who rely on mail ballots would bear the consequences.
From Slate ● Aug. 31, 2026
As much as some people may empathize with Ms. Clancy, some argue there must be consequences for killing.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 31, 2026
The consequences were not limited to whether a protein was produced.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 31, 2026
Last year, ABC temporarily suspended “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” after Carr publicly suggested broadcasters could face consequences over Kimmel’s comments and encouraged affiliates to push back against the network.
From Salon ● Aug. 30, 2026
Everything became quite unreal finally and it seemed as though nothing could have any consequences.
From "The Sun Also Rises" by Ernest Hemingway
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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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