consequences

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On Tuesday, it took around 15 minutes to get planes back in the air, but Clingingsmith noted that even small pauses can have serious consequences.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Although Hektoria is relatively small compared to some of Antarctica's massive glaciers, scientists warn that similar processes affecting larger glaciers could have far greater consequences worldwide.

From Science Daily • May 19, 2026

For Massie's supporters, it's evidence of the congressman's willingness to fight for his principles, consequences be damned.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

A few private companies are making fast-moving, technically complex decisions that carry significant public consequences.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

We still live with the consequences, and it seems likely that human beings always will.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton