REPERCUSSIONS Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

repercussions

noun

plural of repercussion

as in effects

the power to bring about a result on another your decision not to go to college will have repercussions you'll feel for years to come

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Recent Examples of repercussions This could have repercussions for both Mars's habitability and how long Mars remained volcanically active. — Keith Cooper, Space.com, 31 Aug. 2026 There are economic repercussions; sure, robots could build houses, but what happens to all the skilled carpenters? — Jeff Haden, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2026 But while Bessent’s threat could put China front and center, the repercussions could reach across the world – even for American consumers, who could find their own energy costs rising as a result. — Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2026 The Nielsens are carved into various other demographics, some with stronger business repercussions. — Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 24 Aug. 2026 As such, Hal and John push forward, not realizing the deadly repercussions that are awaiting them 10 years down the road. — Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 There’s a lot of changes to Medicare and Medicaid, and those are going to have real repercussions on the emergency department and everyone who works there and uses it. — Derek Lawrence, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Aug. 2026 Kent said the war could have lasting political repercussions. — Zac Anderson, USA Today, 19 Aug. 2026 If the 25-year war on terror really is over, its repercussions are not. — Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2026

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Noun

Finally, Angel Martinez captured this gorgeous shot of the eclipsed Sturgeon Moon setting behind a cluster of skyscrapers in Madrid, Spain, as atmospheric effects distorted the true color and outline of the lunar disk.

— Anthony Wood, Space.com, 28 Aug. 2026
Placing emphasis on affordable luxuries, such as matcha lattes, lip gloss, or birthday cake, is a way for Jenner to remain relatable to her audience, who are far more likely to be victims of the effects of economic uncertainty.

— Sarah Glodek, Fortune, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of effects

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Clever and snappy, fresh and silly, a winning combination of classic Looney Tunes gags and contemporary concerns (the press notes mention many influences including, no joke, The Insider).

— Bethy Squires, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
Typically, in the success stories, there's a strong bond between the child and the parents that managed to survive a lot of the negative influences that can happen along the journey.

— Kalia Richardson, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026

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