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ripple effect



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Yates doesn’t believe Princeton’s decision will have a ripple effect.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

He also notes a ripple effect to hiring new graduates who use AI: “A lot of anxiety” in midcareer workers.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Ramos, now 51, won the next election to keep his spot on the board, which he said created a ripple effect that drew in more Latino candidates.

From Salon • May 7, 2026

"There's a ripple effect right across the family and relatives, you know, that will have an impact today, so my heart goes out to them," Brown added.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

“I just want to complete my original mission. That ripple effect he’s so worried about”—he pointed at JB jeeringly—“pah! You won’t even feel it!”

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix




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