as in implication
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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 ramification
President Joe Biden, a Democrat, and Sens. Thom Tillis and Ted Budd, Republicans from North Carolina, called for Congress to return early to deal with the storm’s ramifications.
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Danielle Battaglia, Charlotte Observer, 21 Jan. 2025
The ramifications of Livley’s 2024 haircare line flopping, in relative terms, as the onslaught of negative social media posts about her abounded, must certainly play a role, contractually or otherwise.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 18 Jan. 2025
Along with the historic ramifications of Smith’s report, Trump today confronts a more common challenge for a chief executive: building a government by getting Cabinet choices confirmed by the Senate.
—Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 14 Jan. 2025
The ramifications on the access to and use of weapons by Russia and Iran by signing this treaty could affect numerous countries globally for generations to come.
—John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 13 Jan. 2025
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Danielle Battaglia, Charlotte Observer, 21 Jan. 2025
The ramifications of Livley’s 2024 haircare line flopping, in relative terms, as the onslaught of negative social media posts about her abounded, must certainly play a role, contractually or otherwise.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 18 Jan. 2025
Along with the historic ramifications of Smith’s report, Trump today confronts a more common challenge for a chief executive: building a government by getting Cabinet choices confirmed by the Senate.
—Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 14 Jan. 2025
The ramifications on the access to and use of weapons by Russia and Iran by signing this treaty could affect numerous countries globally for generations to come.
—John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 13 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for ramification
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ramification
Noun
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The implications go beyond just a simple lack of trust.—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
27 Jan. 2025
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Ditching or sticking with VMware both have long-lasting implications; migrations are onerous and pricey, but life under Broadcom will be expensive, with potential future bumps and twists.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
27 Jan. 2025
Noun
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This can have a significant impact on the outcome of the case.—
Beth Worthy,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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That is still the most likely outcome but the waters have been far choppier in the House of Lords than predicted, as several Conservative peers, including West Ham vice-chair Baroness Brady, have filibustered to delay the process and proposed hundreds of amendments to scupper the bill.—
Matt Slater,
The Athletic,
21 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Foolish politicians and their harmful policies have far-reaching consequences.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Feb. 2025
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Entire towns are reduced to ashes, schools and community centers are wiped from the map, and thousands of families are displaced, an immense loss with far-reaching consequences.—
William Jones,
USA TODAY,
31 Jan. 2025
Noun
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This move to raise tariffs by 25% on Canadian and Mexican goods will have the opposite effect.—
Kristian Burt,
CNBC,
2 Feb. 2025
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The tariffs would go into effect on Tuesday, setting a showdown in North America that could potentially sabotage economic growth.—
Josh Boak,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Feb. 2025
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“Ramification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ramification. Accessed 4 Feb. 2025.
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