consequences
The consequences of something are the results or effects of it.
Her lawyer said she understood the consequences of her actions and was prepared to go to jail.
她的律师说她明白自己行为的后果并准备去坐牢。
An economic crisis may have tremendous consequences for our global security.
一场经济危机可能严重影响全球安定。
in consequence , as a consequence
If one thing happens and then another thing happens in consequence or as a consequence, the second thing happens as a result of the first.
His death was totally unexpected and, in consequence, no plans had been made for his replacement.
他的死纯粹出乎意料,因此还没有安排好谁来接替他。
Maternity services were to be reduced as a consequence of falling birth rates.
当时孕产服务将因出生率下降而被削减。