significant consequence
[sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt ˈkɑːnsɪkwens]
noun phrasepl: significant consequences
consequência significativa
1. An important or notable result or effect of an action or event that has meaningful impact
The decision to close the factory had significant consequences for the local community.
A decisão de fechar a fábrica teve consequências significativas para a comunidade local.
2. A serious or important outcome that carries weight or importance in a particular context
The environmental policy change will have significant consequences for future generations.
A mudança na política ambiental terá consequências significativas para as futuras gerações.
This phrase is commonly used in formal, academic, legal, and business contexts in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese. In Brazil, it often appears in discussions about policy, labor disputes, and environmental matters. The concept emphasizes accountability and the ripple effects of decisions, which is particularly important in legal and governmental discourse.
NYC Slang
big deal consequence / major fallout
Related Idioms & Phrases
have significant consequences
bear significant consequences
face significant consequences
reap what you sow (consequence-related)
pay the price
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