: an unforeseen and unwanted effect, result, or set of repercussions
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Recent Examples on the WebMany lawmakers dismissed these commitments as a public relations stunt in the face of potential political blowback. Cat Zakrzewski, Cristiano Lima, Will Oremus, Anchorage Daily News, 9 Dec. 2021 In Jacksonville, shortages have led to the city’s suspension of curbside recycling, leading to public blowback. Emily Bloch, orlandosentinel.com, 17 Oct. 2021 Some of the ideas discussed included reevaluating donations to candidates who support the laws and reconsideration of investments in states that adopt the voting proposals, moves that Republicans say may lead to right-wing blowback. Zachary Halaschak, Washington Examiner, 12 Apr. 2021 The news that her contract was not renewed has received significant blowback in Canada, with claims that her decision to stop coloring her hair blonde during the pandemic was a major factor in the company’s decision. Ramishah Maruf, CNN, 27 Aug. 2022 Musician Taylor Swift received similar blowback earlier this week. Alexandra Del Rosariostaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 5 Aug. 2022 The outpouring of negative feedback got some blowback. Sara Edwards, USA TODAY, 5 Aug. 2022 Kapler’s gesture has already received the predictable blowback. Sean Gregory, Time, 28 May 2022 Malkasian said the committee allows the anonymous objection after a lawmaker received blowback on a decision to object years ago, and the practice has been upheld, though it is not codified in Wisconsin state law. Laura Schulte, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 6 May 2022 See More