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consequence

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11 lettersPronunciation /ˈkɒn.sɪ.kwɛns/Part of speech nounSorted cceeennoqsuStarts with CEnds with E1 cluesVery common crossword word
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Definitions

  1. having important effects or influence

Word origin

From Middle English consequence, from Old French consequence, from Latin consequentia. While analysable as con- + sequence, its adjective form has a different origin.

Used in a sentence

  • The lobule margins, furthermore, are arched away from the lobe, with the consequence that (when fully inflated) the abaxial leaf surface forms the interior lining of the lobule.
  • I'm warning you. If you don't get me the report on time, there will be consequences.
  • Nevertheless, it is clear that the global energy demand for air-conditioning will grow substantially as nations become more affluent, with the consequences of climate change potentially accelerating the demand.

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