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ramifications

NOUN

consequence, development

Synonyms

STRONGEST

complication consequence upshot

STRONG

bifurcation branch branching breaking divarication division excrescence extension forking offshoot outgrowth partition radiation result sequel subdivision

WEAK

subdividing

Antonyms

STRONGEST

cause origin source

STRONG

juncture union unity whole

Example Sentences

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Feinzig, who represented the couple targeted by Uthmeier, told me she worries that their particular circumstances may obscure the broader ramifications of the attorney general’s arguments.

From Slate • May 13, 2026

Before she can even think about the ramifications, word gets out and everyone else’s opinions drown out Pepper’s own wishes.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

The ramifications of the shortage, and subsequent price spikes, are pushing countries in Asia to take steps that can make it worse for others.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

"The ramifications are huge," said Flora, who is part of Admiral's team that assesses potentially fraudulent claims.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

As we shall see in a moment, much of the argument about the Scientific Revolution stems from the ramifications of this view.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton