The snowball effect refers to a situation where an initial small action or event leads to a chain reaction that grows in magnitude as it progresses. Full definition
The debt reduction calculator was designed to simulate the debt snowball effect and allow you to easily select and experiment with different payoff strategies. (vertex42.com)
Losing weight has a positive snowball effect: It gets easier as you continue to shed pounds, and it improves your overall mood and outlook. (healthcentral.com)
When big stocks fall, that can have a short - term snowball effect, as investors see falling index numbers and panic. (grow.acorns.com)