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as in logical
according to the rules of logic
the conclusion that you have reached is neither consequent nor plausible
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as in resultant
coming as a result
her new job and consequent relocation added to the stress
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Recent Examples of consequent
But they are kept loose at the bottom to enable their slight movement side by side and the consequent play of light between them.
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K. L. H. Wells, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2024
Europe, like most economies, has come through a period of extraordinary churn: the pandemic, supply chain disruptions, geopolitical conflicts, and the consequent energy disruption.
—Peter Vanham, Fortune Europe, 15 Aug. 2024
Trump, as a result, tried to spin Monday’s market wreck and the consequent recessionary panic into a broader case against Harris’ economic record.
—Rebecca Picciotto, CNBC, 5 Aug. 2024
The book would compare the policy platforms and outline the consequent economic prospects for each.
—Ron Insana, CNBC, 27 July 2024
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K. L. H. Wells, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2024
Europe, like most economies, has come through a period of extraordinary churn: the pandemic, supply chain disruptions, geopolitical conflicts, and the consequent energy disruption.
—Peter Vanham, Fortune Europe, 15 Aug. 2024
Trump, as a result, tried to spin Monday’s market wreck and the consequent recessionary panic into a broader case against Harris’ economic record.
—Rebecca Picciotto, CNBC, 5 Aug. 2024
The book would compare the policy platforms and outline the consequent economic prospects for each.
—Ron Insana, CNBC, 27 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consequent
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Like so many other stars on the main roster, ranging from Cody Rhodes to Kevin Owens, The Bloodline has consistently targeted them in a way that makes their quest for revenge quite the logical one.Blake Oestriecher, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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Boston and New York rarely engage in trades, but the deal is a logical one for both sides.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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Bruno Fernandes would make a cynical foul to stop the resultant Plzen counter-attack, and from the free-kick after that Andre Onana would collide and hurt Casemiro.Carl Anka, The Athletic, 13 Dec. 2024
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The resultant social fracturing is pitting the vast majority against a newly vocal minority of junta sympathizers.Joshua Hammer, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 Dec. 2024
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Additionally, offering a reasonable grace period can allow employees time to adapt to the new policy.Johnny C. Taylor Jr., USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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This is a reasonable request and a fair expectation.Brian Mitchell, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Those feelings can flood your brain, overtake some of your rational decision-making ability, and lead you to shy away from asking difficult or direct questions.Michelle Greenberg-Kobrin, Contributor, CNBC, 18 Dec. 2024
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Striking this balance between rational responsibility and intrepid innovation will ensure trust and fairness while fostering breakthroughs that define market leaders.Douglas B. Laney, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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But the overall point is valid, looks like suboptimal surgery.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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The prosecution, in turn, said passengers’ fear of Neely was valid but that Penny did not need to use deadly physical force to address it – or subdue the unarmed Neely once everyone was off the train.Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 9 Dec. 2024
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This approach should include: Unified Data Infrastructure: Providing coherent access to data across diverse locations without relying on outdated monolithic data lakes.Steve McDowell, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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The evaluation of Harris’s loss was also varied and pointed to issues like her inability to distance herself from Joe Biden or to articulate a coherent economic vision for the future.Mordechai Gordon, Hartford Courant, 12 Nov. 2024
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Joe Buscaglia, Bills beat writer Rams survive Allen’s best ‘hero ball’ Throughout the first half, the Rams’ defense (and Buffalo’s game plan) made Allen look mortal.Tim Graham, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
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Plus, all of the pup's best and (hilariously worst) moments on set.Lauren Huff, EW.com, 8 Dec. 2024
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Albert is an adult — which may not be so entertaining on a night out, but seems the more logical choice for a sensible person like Charlotte.Dennis Harvey, Variety, 13 Dec. 2024
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The Japanese Honda brand, known historically for its sensible and efficient sedans and SUVs is focusing its efforts on off-roading capable models with the debut of its new Passport TrailSport and launch of the Pilot TrailSport.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Consequent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consequent. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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