Rippl
/ˈrɪpəl/
Definitions
- (n.) A minor or indirect effect or consequence in legal contexts, such as unintended results of legislation or contractual clauses.
The new regulation caused a ripple through the industry, altering compliance practices.
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- ripples
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Commentary
The term 'ripple' is often used metaphorically in legal analysis to describe secondary or indirect consequences, typically when assessing impacts of laws or rulings.
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