Consequence
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Cause and Effect
Use 'consequence' to discuss the result of something that happened earlier. Eating too much sugar can have negative health consequences.
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Not Always Bad
'Consequence' can be neutral or positive, not just negative. One consequence of diligent study is better grades.
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Linked Actions
Use 'as a consequence' to clearly link the cause and its result. She arrived late and as a consequence, she missed the meeting.