domino effect
Example Sentences
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As for changes to the EU itself, what's fascinating is that in 2016, after the UK's Brexit vote, there was widespread prediction of a "domino effect".
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
Thomas worries about the domino effect this oil crunch will have on everything else he buys, as the rising cost of transport pushes up the prices of everyday goods like food and clothing.
From Barron's ● May 2, 2026
There are all these things that are a domino effect that you cannot predict.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 30, 2026
Redemption requests at managers like Blue Owl and Cliffwater are triggering a domino effect among funds.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 3, 2026
At one point, when we reach a fire hydrant, Rollie peeing on it starts a whole domino effect.
From "A Soft Place to Land" by Janae Marks
