Phrases with «runaway effect»

The phrase "runaway effect" refers to a situation where something starts to happen and then accelerates quickly, often becoming out of control or difficult to stop. It's like a small problem that gets worse and worse, creating a domino effect of negative consequences. Full definition

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Sentences with «runaway effect»

The blooming leads to a runaway effect: The more glaciers and snow fields thaw the more algae bloom which in turn results in a darkening of the surface which again accelerates melting. (sciencedaily.com)
That runaway effect, Scambos says, could quickly lead to a warmer climate along the Arctic perimeter and to the loss of Arctic permafrost. (scientificamerican.com)
«To some extent it's a runaway effect. (thinkprogress.org)
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