She made some risky investments and 'in consequence' [='consequently'] lost a lot of money. = She lost a lot of money 'in consequence' of some risky investments.
Hundreds of people became sick 'as a consequence' [='as a result'] of the poor sanitary conditions.
The outcome of the election will be of little 'consequence' (to me). [=will not matter much to me]
(..) at that exact same dance with you. MARTY: DOC: Heavy, heavy. Whatever happens, don't let your other self see you! DOC: The consequences could be disastrous. OTHER DOC: Excuse me, sir. Yes, you with the hat. - Who, me? - Yes. Be a pal and hand me a five-eighths inch wrench (..)1989 Back to the Future Part II
(..) See myself as an old man? No, that could result in... Great Scott! Jennifer could conceivably encounter her future self! The consequences could be disastrous! - What do you mean? - I foresee two possibilities. One, seeing herself years older would put her into shock, and she'd pass out... (..)1989 Back to the Future Part II