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Consequence

/ˈkɒnsəkwəns/
A result or effect that follows an action or condition.

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Examples:

Every action has a consequence.Lack of sleep can have serious consequences.

Etymology:

etymology
From the Latin word consequentia, meaning following closely. It is derived from consequi, which combines con- (together) and sequi (to follow).

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