in consequence (of)
Frequency: 3.01.1 per million words
as a result of something (legal term)
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Examples (10)
- The employer is liable for compensation payable in consequence of injury to one of its employees.
- The construction company was fined in consequence of its failure to adhere to safety regulations.
- He lost his driver's license in consequence of repeated speeding violations.
- The contract was terminated, and damages were awarded in consequence of the breach.
- Her security clearance was revoked in consequence of undisclosed foreign contacts.
- The evidence presented was overwhelming; in consequence, the jury returned a guilty verdict.
- The bank incurred significant losses in consequence of the fraudulent transactions.
- Any assets acquired in consequence of illegal activities will be seized by the authorities.
- The court ruled that the property damage occurred directly in consequence of the defendant's negligence.
- The old law was deemed unconstitutional, and several statutes were repealed in consequence.