repercussion
noun
re·per·cus·sion
ˌrē-pər-ˈkə-shən 
ˌre-
1
2
a
: an action or effect given or exerted in return : a reciprocal action or effect
b
: a widespread, indirect, or unforeseen effect of an act, action, or event
—usually used in plural
Examples of repercussion in a Sentence
your decision not to go to college will have repercussions you'll feel for years to come
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Aside from the personal repercussions, Joe Biden, the White House, and his campaign anticipate that former President Donald Trump and Republicans will continue to criticize him and his son, particularly during this month’s debate.
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Naomi Lim, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 13 June 2024
The repercussions could extend far beyond the owners of these buildings and their lenders.
—Julie Creswell, New York Times, 6 June 2024
The pairing of these attacks could deter organizations from creating or continuing programs designed to support underrepresented groups, fearing legal repercussions.
—Aisha Nyandoro, TIME, 5 June 2024
Someone ends up dead and the repercussions threaten everyone Bailey loves.
—Lorraine Berry, Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2024
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Naomi Lim, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 13 June 2024
The repercussions could extend far beyond the owners of these buildings and their lenders.
—Julie Creswell, New York Times, 6 June 2024
The pairing of these attacks could deter organizations from creating or continuing programs designed to support underrepresented groups, fearing legal repercussions.
—Aisha Nyandoro, TIME, 5 June 2024
Someone ends up dead and the repercussions threaten everyone Bailey loves.
—Lorraine Berry, Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2024
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repercussion
noun
re·per·cus·sion
ˌrē-pər-ˈkəsh-ən
ˌrep-ər-
1
: a return action or effect
2
: a widespread, indirect, or unexpected effect of something said or done
the new policy had repercussions for everyone
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