actions have consequences
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
All individual actions may result in negative repercussions.
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
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Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “actions have consequences” mean?
All individual actions may result in negative repercussions.
Is “actions have consequences” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.