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Backlash

usgb/ˈbæklæʃ/Volume
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Public Reaction

Backlash in this sense often involves collective discontent or protest about a decision or event.

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The celebrity's controversial comments sparked a significant public backlash.
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Unintended Consequences

Consider the term 'backlash' as an unforeseen adverse response to an action meant to be positive or neutral.

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The new law aimed at reducing crime faced a backlash from the community it was intended to protect.
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Intensity of Response

The word 'backlash' implies a powerful and often emotional response against something.

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The sudden backlash against the company's policy change took the management by surprise.
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BlowbackConsequenceFalloutOppositionReactionRepercussionResistanceRetaliateRevolt
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