波及効果(はきゅうこうか)

はきゅうこうか
noun
ripple effect, spillover effect
formalbusinessacademiceconomics
1. ripple effect, spillover effect
The spreading impact or influence of an action or event, like ripples spreading across water.
The ripple effects of the economic crisis are concerning.
Major ripple effects are expected from this policy.
The ripple effects of technological innovation spread to various industries.

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