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Repercussion

usgb/ˌriːpərˈkʌʃn/Volume
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Collocation Importance

Pair 'repercussion' with words that match the situation's seriousness; 'negative' for bad outcomes.

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They ignored the negative repercussions of illegal downloading.
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Not Always Immediate

Repercussions may occur long after the initial event, showing delayed effects.

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The environmental repercussions of the oil spill were felt years later.
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Emotional Weight

Use 'repercussion' to imply significant, often negative, impact or seriousness.

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His betrayal had deep emotional repercussions for the family.
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