repercussion
noun
re·per·cus·sion
ˌrē-pər-ˈkə-shən 
ˌre-
1
2
a
: an action or effect given or exerted in return : a reciprocal action or effect
b
: a widespread, indirect, or unforeseen effect of an act, action, or event
—usually used in plural
Examples of repercussion in a Sentence
your decision not to go to college will have repercussions you'll feel for years to come
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Tristan Bove, Fortune, 13 May 2026
This, as revealed in the opening moments of the episode proper, has had some serious repercussions for Crowley.
—Keith Phipps, Vulture, 13 May 2026
Nearly 20 years later, Nike is looking to another staple horror franchise for inspiration — and apparently without any fear of legal repercussions.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 13 May 2026
Some board members pushed back on Cervera’s efforts due to concerns that there may be longterm repercussions if the board cut certain top brass jobs.
—Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 12 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for repercussion
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“Repercussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/repercussion. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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repercussion
noun
re·per·cus·sion
ˌrē-pər-ˈkəsh-ən
ˌrep-ər-
1
: a return action or effect
2
: a widespread, indirect, or unexpected effect of something said or done
the new policy had repercussions for everyone
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