adverse consequence

Frequency: 8.525.5 per million words

An unwelcome or unpleasant result of an action or situation.

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  • The patient experienced an adverse consequence from the new medication.
  • The new medication was withdrawn due to its adverse consequences on liver function.
  • The government failed to predict the severe adverse consequences of the new tax law.
  • Failing to comply with the regulations can have adverse financial consequences.
  • Any delay in the project will have adverse consequences for our quarterly earnings.
  • The lawyer warned his client about the potential adverse consequences of a guilty plea.
  • Deforestation has long-term adverse consequences for the local ecosystem.
  • Scientists are studying the adverse consequences of climate change on coastal ecosystems.
  • Making decisions impulsively can often lead to unforeseen adverse consequences.
  • A lack of sleep can lead to adverse consequences for your health and productivity.
  • We must analyze all potential adverse consequences before launching the product.
  • The policy change had several unintended adverse consequences for small businesses.
  • The treaty, intended to bring peace, ultimately had the adverse consequence of starting another conflict.
  • He did not consider the adverse consequences of his rash decision.
  • Scientists are ethically bound to report any adverse consequences observed during clinical trials.
  • It is crucial to mitigate any adverse consequences of the new technology.
  • Over-reliance on automation may have the adverse consequence of deskilling the workforce.
  • An adverse consequence of the urban development was the loss of green space.
  • Failing to diversify your investments is a common mistake with potentially disastrous adverse consequences.
  • We must be prepared to face the adverse consequences if our plan fails.