How do you use the word consequences in a sentence?

Answer 1

(consequently is an adverb used in compound sentences, or to join thoughts from different sentences)

"The gate jammed and consequently the flight's departure was delayed."

"The city ran out of funds. Consequently, none of the employees or creditors could be paid."

"Johnny threw a Baseball through his neighbor's window and was consequently punished."

Answer 2

(consequence is a result, intended or otherwise - sometimes used as a plural consequences)

One consequence of the short winter days is that children went to school before sunrise.

Answer 3

(the adjective consequent means following, or resulting from another action)

The town's population grew rapidly, with a consequent shortage of available housing.

The mayor was charged with accepting bribes, and his consequent resignation weakened his party's control of the city.

Answer 4

The word 'consequences' is the plural form of the singular noun 'consequence', a word for the effect, result, or outcome of something; a word for a punishment or negative repercussion; a word for a conclusion or an inference; a word for a thing.

A noun functions as the subject of a sentence or a clause, and as the object of a verb or a preposition.

Example sentences:

If you steal from a store, then there will be harsh consequences.

• Direct object of the verb 'will be'.

The consequences of the dam's failure included the loss of irrigation for the valley's farms.

• Subject of the sentence.

Answer 5

You must face the consequences of your crime.

The consequences seemed very harsh.

He did not think of the consequences of his actions.