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The bill the universe quietly runs up while you're busy having fun.
means The results that follow from an action, especially the ones you'd rather not have signed up for.
from From Latin consequi, to follow closely — literally the thing that comes after, trailing your choices like a loyal, occasionally feral dog.
Word relativesShares roots with sequel, sequence, and second.
Built-in biasNeutral by definition, ominous by reputation.
Game disguiseLoaned its name to a party game about chaos.