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Discover LudwigThe phrase "an untoward consequence" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe an unexpected or inappropriate result of an action or decision.
Example: "The new policy aimed at improving efficiency had an untoward consequence, leading to increased employee dissatisfaction."
Alternatives: "an undesirable outcome" or "an unfortunate result".
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Since we typically think of mathematics as necessary, however, this is an untoward consequence for a philosophy of mathematics.
As with earlier problems concerning the role of existential quantification in supervaluationism, one can debate whether this is a consequence to be embraced or an untoward consequence undermining the theory being advanced.
MANOVA demonstrated a significant effect of mode of water exposure (F2,14 = 7.19, nominal p < 0.01) suggesting, perhaps, an untoward consequence of the intubation procedure.
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This argument raises important questions concerning the correct way to talk about rates, but it has been argued that the A Theorist can answer those questions in a way that allows her to avoid any untoward consequences.
The following are some examples of really confidential information that was nonetheless disclosed by its possessor to a member of the media without fear of any untoward consequences by declaring himself or herself to be "anonymous" even though the person with whom "anonymous" is speaking knows exactly who anonymous is.
Ironically, and despite proper management, a "simple fracture" may have adverse consequences and an untoward outcome.
In fact, in the acute care setting, a recent pilot study demonstrated that suppressing urine culture results in noncatheterized patients resulted in decreased treatment of asymptomatic bacteriuria without any untoward consequences [ 39].
But intensity of effort was not related to the likelihood of an untoward effect.
None of the 26 patients had an untoward effect.
Of concern, withdrawal of sedation has an untoward effect in severe brain injury [ 107].
Continue the planning process every time you feel disturbed by an untoward event.
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