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Ripple effect
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an action or series of things that cause several other events to happen one after another
Idiom
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Composition
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ripple effects
What is the origin of the idiom "ripple effect" and when to use it?
The idiom "ripple effect" is originated from the way ripples expand outward when an object is dropped into water, creating a series of interconnected waves. It is used to signifies a sequence of consequences or impacts resulting from a single initial action or event.
Examples
His act of kindness is creating a ripple effect, inspiring others to pay it forward.
