consequence
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Combined with the mouse experiments and health record analysis, the findings suggest that abnormal metabolism may be more than a secondary consequence of Alzheimer's disease.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 27, 2026
The consequence, it seemed, was that Missouri law required the general election to be held using the state’s previous map, which had been adopted in 2022.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 25, 2026
One consequence of their negative reaction to rising rates, however, is that their expected future returns go up.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 18, 2026
Announcing his appointment on X, Lord Watson said Palantir was "the most interesting company on the planet, doing work of real consequence".
From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026
In consequence, we had shelters to ourselves each night, which was a big treat.
From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson
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“This project would have devastating and long-lasting consequences for the surrounding region and nearby communities,” Chu wrote, calling out concerns about pollution, traffic, noise and harm to wildlife.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 27, 2026
Also in Weekend Reads: The bond market selloff’s consequences for AI, a threat to the buy-and-hold investment style and advice from the Moneyist.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 26, 2026
While "the immediate danger" had been neutralised, he said, officials were now "considering what consequences this event may have in the next few days", he added.
From Barron's ● Sep. 26, 2026
Des Collins, senior partner of Collins Solicitors, said: "Today is about remembering the real-life consequences of responsibilities, at a local and state level."
From BBC ● Sep. 26, 2026
With Hellmuth’s confession in hand, American officials told Argentina to break off relations with the Nazis or face the consequences.
From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield
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