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Repercussion
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a movement back from an impact
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an unintended effect of something, usually a negative and long lasting one
Example
The defendant's willful evasion of taxes resulted in legal repercussions.
The letter of complaint was sent anonymously to express concerns without repercussions.
The consequences of his reckless behavior finally came home to him when he faced the legal repercussions.
If the cover-up is exposed, the entire organization could have their heads on a plate, facing legal repercussions and public scrutiny.
The employee's misconduct allegation turned into a hot potato for the HR department, requiring careful handling to avoid legal repercussions.
