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Meaning of knock-on effect

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

knock-on effect

noun

Definitions

  1. A secondary, often unintended effect; a repercussion, chain reaction.

    Example: If a coach arrives late, it has a knock-on effect on the entire coach station.