What is a sentence using the word consequently?

Answer 1

The word 'consequently' is an adverb which modifies a verb, an adjective, or another adverb as as a result.

Examples:

I didn't tidy my room, consequently I won't be able to go outside.

• Modifies the verb 'won't be able'.

After the mouse was eaten by the snake, it was consequently digested.

• Modifies the adjective 'digested'.

He was always sucking his thumb when he was young, and consequently had very crooked teeth.

• Modifies the verb 'had'.

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

• Modifies the verb 'was delayed'.

Answer 2

(consequences is a term meaning results, often used to mean unwanted or negative results)

He admitted to helping the robber and had to face the consequences of his act.

The consequences for violation of the honor code are quite severe.

Answer 3

(use the plural "consequences" when more than one result or effect is possible)

The player missed practice, and as a consequence he was suspended from the team.

One consequence of the storm was the loss of electricity for several days.
The consequence will be large if you decide to break the law.

Answer 4

The settlement'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.