aftershock
/ˈæftərˌʃɑk/
noun
- A smaller earthquake that follows the main shock of a large earthquake.
- Residents felt several aftershocks throughout the night after the major quake.
- Scientists warned that aftershocks could continue for weeks.
- The building collapsed during a strong aftershock.
- A delayed or secondary effect or consequence of a significant event.
- Emotional aftershocks from the accident affected her for years.
- The political aftershock of the election lasted for months.
- The company is still dealing with the aftershocks of the financial scandal.
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