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"could have dire consequences" is a correct and usable phrase in written English.
It is typically used to express the potential negative outcomes of a certain action or decision. Example: "If the company does not take immediate action to address the safety concerns, it could have dire consequences for the employees and the company's reputation."
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But the impasse could have dire consequences.
But knee-jerk nationalism could have dire consequences.
Failure, on the other hand, could have dire consequences for the opposition leadership.
Again, failure to do so could have dire consequences for the relatives of the deceased.
Voters may not much mind; he represents change.The culture of suspicion could have dire consequences.
Some scientists say that regularly manipulating this system to skimp on sleep could have dire consequences.
On the other hand, he said the removal of "Nightline" could have dire consequences.
"A major blow to the revolution that could have dire consequences".
But any reduction in coverage at a time like this could have dire consequences.
Moreover, any watering down of current procedures -- including removing random checks -- could have dire consequences.
This double sputter by the Yanks and Mets could have dire consequences for the stadiums they insist they need.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com