consequence
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As a consequence, even though the loonie is generally considered a fairly stable currency, its volatility increased relative to those of other G9 countries.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 11, 2026
The consequence of the downgrade was less focus and monitoring.
From BBC ● Aug. 7, 2026
She warned of a "severe and long-lasting" consequence.
From Barron's ● Aug. 6, 2026
There is little controversy and limited public consequence.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
The printing press represents an information revolution, and secure facts are its consequence.
From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton
But when tragic exceptions become the foundation of public policy, we create unintended consequences far more damaging than addressing those exceptions directly.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 13, 2026
The consequences can be devastating for those caught up in the scheme.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 13, 2026
Their disappearance can have serious consequences, says NCF conservation biologist Stella Egbe: "In places where the total collapse of vultures has happened, there has been impact of rising zoonotic diseases."
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026
The effects of boosting rainfall through cloud seeding remain uncertain, its consequences difficult to measure, and its large-scale application costly.
From Barron's ● Aug. 12, 2026
Nathan knew the consequences of prolonged radiation poisoning.
From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young
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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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