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Phrase(s): in consequence (of something)
as a result of something; because of something. • In consequence of the storm, there was no electricity. • The wind blew down the wires. In consequence, we had no electricity.
McGrawhill's American Idioms And Phrasal Verbs
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As a result, therefore, as in She was away for years and in consequence has few friends here. The prepositional phrase in consequence of means "as a result of," as in In consequence of this finding, there is sure to be further investigation. [Late 1600s]
American Heritage Idioms