consequence

Example Sentences

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"And I was just all the time thinking, this is Aaron's fault, there needs to be some consequences."

From BBC

She wrote that although the operation had “profound and even heartbreaking consequences” on the Twin Cities, she didn’t have the authority to halt it at this early stage of litigation.

From The Wall Street Journal

This shift has important consequences for how electrochemical systems operate and how they should be designed.

From Science Daily

"Politicians need to think about the people. Actions have consequences."

From BBC

“We’re grateful to the jury for making sure justice was served today, sending a clear message that stealing trade secrets has serious consequences.”

From Los Angeles Times