consequence
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Mr. Starmer’s party as a consequence now is racked by anxiety—which the May 7 election probably will exacerbate—that it’s on the verge of extinction.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
“Pathogen transmission is a consequence of general and diverse uses of wildlife by people. This includes illegal and legal trade.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
The problem is that accountability without consequence is just content.
From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026
One consequence of all this uncertainty, is that I would expect to see turnout rise.
From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026
The lean travel rations had only accentuated the exquisite modeling of his features, and his short beard—kept trimmed, unlike everyone else’s—lent him maturity and consequence without sacrificing any of his youthful splendor.
From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor
Vocabulary lists containing consequence
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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