repercussion
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Definitions
n.
An indirect or unintended consequence of an action, often negative and far-reaching
(间接的)影响;反响;后果
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedCommon Collocations
- 1.have repercussions产生影响/后果
- 2.serious repercussions严重的后果
- 3.feel the repercussions感受到冲击
- 4.wider repercussions更广泛的影响
Example Sentences
- 1.
The scandal had serious repercussions for the entire organization.
- 2.
Few people anticipated the global repercussions of that single policy decision.
- 3.
He acted without thinking about the repercussions his words might have.