Meaning & use
implications
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Possible effects or consequences of an action or decision, often ones not directly stated.
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The new policy has serious implications for small businesses.
He didn't consider the ethical implications of his decision.
A note on using this word
Usually used in the plural when discussing wider effects, though the singular "implication" can also mean a suggestion made indirectly.
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consequences
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