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something that is produced by or necessarily follows an action, decision, etc.
They discussed the possible ramifications of the new treaty. The government's actions in this case could have major political ramifications.
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Recent Examples of ramifications
Republicans, Democrats, and police officers disagreed over the precise ramifications of the change in the law, but efforts to remove the provision failed.
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Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 10 Dec. 2024
Government loans have some political ramifications, namely, encouraging home purchasing without any liability of the seller for the existing government loan.
—Christopher A. Combs, The Arizona Republic, 10 Dec. 2024
However, the ramifications would be even broader.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
The personal ramifications are heavy, but keeping them on board could be detrimental to the team.
—Curt Steinhorst, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
His massive contract — and its salary cap ramifications — has put the Browns in a bind in terms of improving their roster.
—Chantz Martin, Fox News, 7 Dec. 2024
That is mostly manifesting itself in the death of long-running, high-volume cable shows, which is having serious ramifications for the industry across the pond.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2024
Generative AI tools often rely on publicly available data, which can often be incomplete or inaccurate, creating potentially disastrous ramifications for financial health.
—Anisha Sircar, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Featuring cases from across the country with first-hand accounts from those who knew these crimes, each episode of Murder Under the Friday Night Lights shows how an off-the-field tragedy can have ramifications that tarnish the beloved sport.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 5 Dec. 2024
Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 10 Dec. 2024
Government loans have some political ramifications, namely, encouraging home purchasing without any liability of the seller for the existing government loan.
—Christopher A. Combs, The Arizona Republic, 10 Dec. 2024
However, the ramifications would be even broader.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
The personal ramifications are heavy, but keeping them on board could be detrimental to the team.
—Curt Steinhorst, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
His massive contract — and its salary cap ramifications — has put the Browns in a bind in terms of improving their roster.
—Chantz Martin, Fox News, 7 Dec. 2024
That is mostly manifesting itself in the death of long-running, high-volume cable shows, which is having serious ramifications for the industry across the pond.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2024
Generative AI tools often rely on publicly available data, which can often be incomplete or inaccurate, creating potentially disastrous ramifications for financial health.
—Anisha Sircar, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Featuring cases from across the country with first-hand accounts from those who knew these crimes, each episode of Murder Under the Friday Night Lights shows how an off-the-field tragedy can have ramifications that tarnish the beloved sport.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 5 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ramifications
Noun
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The inclusion of women athletes in mainstream sports games carries significant implications for visibility and representation.Lindsey Darvin, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The potential disengagement from Perez involves not just the contractual settlement but also the implications for team sponsors.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Noun
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The financial consequences are staggering.Lisa Abrams, Baltimore Sun, 11 Dec. 2024
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Although vague, the threat could have serious consequences for California, where major wildfires can cause billions of dollars in damage, much of which is typically covered by the federal government.Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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The Pareto Principle And Price’s Law The first reason is the Pareto Principle, which states that 80% of outcomes result from 20% of causes.Adam Fayed, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Entrepreneurial success is often seen as the result of innovation and hard work, but race can profoundly impact outcomes.Tiffany Callender, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Ramifications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ramifications. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.
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