Vocab Bloom Hub

knock-on effect

/ˈnɒk ɒn ɪˌfekt/

1 entry

phrase

/ˈnɒk ɒn ɪˌfekt/C1formalbritish
  • ruСитуация, когда одно событие или действие вызывает ряд других событий или последствий, часто косвенно.

A situation where one event or action causes a series of other events or consequences to happen, often indirectly.

  1. Cascading consequenceB2formalbritish

    A secondary or indirect result of an action or event, where one change triggers a series of subsequent changes.

    ruЦепная реакция

    • The factory closure had a knock-on effect on local businesses.
    • Rising fuel prices create a knock-on effect on the cost of goods.
    • The teacher's absence had a knock-on effect on the entire school schedule.