1
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
However, looking back at past Pixar announcements at D23 and the consequent timelines that followed until the new film’s release, there typically is at least two years between the announcement and the release date.
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Yasmeen Hamadeh, People.com, 6 Oct. 2024
The project sets out to highlight global crisis of overconsumption and the consequent fashion waste dumped in the global south.
—Rhonda Richford, WWD, 17 Sep. 2024
This represents opportunities for the industry but also poses challenges that can only be solved via consequent digitalization and the use of AI.
—Sebastian Weber, Forbes, 13 Sep. 2024
But they are kept loose at the bottom to enable their slight movement side by side and the consequent play of light between them.
—K. L. H. Wells, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2024
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Yasmeen Hamadeh, People.com, 6 Oct. 2024
The project sets out to highlight global crisis of overconsumption and the consequent fashion waste dumped in the global south.
—Rhonda Richford, WWD, 17 Sep. 2024
This represents opportunities for the industry but also poses challenges that can only be solved via consequent digitalization and the use of AI.
—Sebastian Weber, Forbes, 13 Sep. 2024
But they are kept loose at the bottom to enable their slight movement side by side and the consequent play of light between them.
—K. L. H. Wells, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consequent
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Adding commuters to our less-congested waterways is a logical step.Terri Carta, New York Daily News, 14 Jan. 2025
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Khabib Nurmagomedov does nothing visibly wrong, and is therefore asked to leave the plane for no logical reason.Callum Booth, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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The resultant movie — a dark, gooey masterpiece — would forever alter Carpenter’s fortunes in Hollywood.Matt Brennan, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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At least half a dozen fires have engulfed part of the greater Los Angeles area since the Palisades Fire began Tuesday – and the resultant devastation has left much of the region resembling a war zone.Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
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Emirates does a good job of planning schedules so many itineraries have reasonable connection times in Dubai.Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
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Is this season going to be defined by Houston being comfortable going above reasonable expectations, or is the parity in the NBA the perfect storm for a blockbuster trade?Kelly Iko, The Athletic, 16 Jan. 2025
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For purely political purposes, these movie lists oppose rational and aesthetic responses.Armond White, National Review, 17 Jan. 2025
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The rational for locating in Belgium are to support Europe university teams as well as incubate talent and resources for progressing physical AI in Europe.Sabbir Rangwala, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
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Lyft is offering $25 vouchers, valid for two trips, to 500 customers from now (January 10) until midnight on January 15.Madison Bloom, Pitchfork, 10 Jan. 2025
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While there are valid concerns about intellectual property, national security, and predatory trade practices from China, upcoming tariff issues require nuanced solutions that don’t punish US industry.Chris Westfall, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Those are some of the tools traditionally used by contending teams to shore up holes during long runs of success or to fabricate a coherent roster around multiple max-contract stars.Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 10 Jan. 2025
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That might be automation of post-match data reports, combining data from multiple sources into a coherent database, or developing data models that closely align with the club’s style of play.Mark Carey, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
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Unfortunately, despite her best efforts, Cunanan answered correctly and clinched the win with a final score of $19,400.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
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Even beyond that, this was probably Miller’s best game of the year.Thomas Drance, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
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The outcome of this legislative effort augurs poorly for sensible solutions to the $3.2 billion budget deficit Pritzker and lawmakers face later this year.The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 10 Jan. 2025
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Although people generally agree in valuing some body parts more than others, some sensible differences may arise.Daniel Sznycer, The Conversation, 10 Jan. 2025
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“Consequent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consequent. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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