Fallout
/fˈɔˌlaʊt/
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Definition
(noun) The event of small airborne particles falling to the ground in significant quantities as a result of major industrial activity, volcano eruption, sandstorm, nuclear explosion, etc.
Sentence Examples
He made a farcical attempt to save face during the fallout of his sex scandal.
This way to the fallout shelter.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The group is still dealing with the political ____ from the controversial decision made last year.