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repercussion

Definition

  • noun: something usually bad or unpleasant that happens as a result of an action, statement, etc., and that usually affects people for a long time
  • noun: an action or effect given or exerted in return
  • usually plural
  • synonyms: aftereffect, aftermath, aftermath

Examples

  • We didn't expect the decision to have such serious/enormous/tremendous 'repercussions'. [='consequences']

  • We did not consider the possible 'repercussions' of our actions.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Warm up. Welcome to Norway. - Not such a great day, son. - Hey. I got a call from the boss. There'll be repercussions. Hefty fine probably. Nil-nil and he had me sitting on my freezing ass for minutes. He's the coach, son. He calls the shots. He's sending a message. You should listen. (..)
    2007 Goal II: Living the Dream