
Fallout
Technical Term
Used specifically in discussions about nuclear events or their impact.

The fallout from the test detonation affected nearby wildlife.
Literal Component
Fallout literally falls out of the sky after a nuclear explosion.

Cities downwind from the blast may experience fallout within hours.
Emergency Context
Commonly used in safety procedures or emergency broadcasts.

Residents should seek a fallout shelter immediately following an explosion.
Compare with
AftermathBacklashConsequenceEffectIncidenceOutcomeRamificationRepercussionResult
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