consequences

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In seeking the injunction, Bonta’s office argues that Amazon threatens “dire consequences if vendors do not comply. Vendors, cowed by Amazon’s overwhelming bargaining leverage and fearing punishment, comply,” according to the filing.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

“Although the closure of the Strait is clearly bad news for markets, investors don’t seem to be reading much broader negative consequences about the likelihood of an eventual ‘deal’ into it.”

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

This could have major consequences for wildlife and ecosystem as well as farmers and gardeners.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

While consequences for Chavez’s legacy and Swalwell were swift, it took longer for Gonzales, who had already dropped his reelection bid, to resign.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

How should one act when consequences are uncertain?

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin