unexpected consequence

Examples (10)

• The new law had a completely unexpected consequence: a surge in small business startups.
• The invention of the internet led to many unexpected consequences for society, both good and bad.
• Deciding to move to a new city had the unexpected consequence of me meeting my future wife.
• One unexpected consequence of the new medication was improved sleep quality for patients.
• We must be prepared for any unexpected consequences that may arise from this experiment.
• The treaty's signing had several unexpected consequences, leading to new alliances.
• Introducing a new species to the ecosystem often has devastating and unexpected consequences.
• They failed to anticipate the unexpected consequences of their rapid expansion.
• Have you considered the potential for unexpected consequences before launching the project?
• While the initial goal was to increase efficiency, an unexpected consequence was a significant drop in employee morale.