blowback
noun/ˈbloʊˌbæk/
Frequency rank: #16,929 most common English word
Meaning
unexpected negative consequences or strong public reaction resulting from a policy or action.
Example sentence
The politician faced serious blowback after his controversial remarks about immigration.
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