French phrase
Le retard entraînera ~.
Meaning
The delay will result in ___.
When to use it
A delay will create problems or extra costs. Used in project and deadline management to warn of consequences.
Example dialogue
Le retard entraînera un surcoût important.
The delay will result in a substantial extra cost.
Il faut revoir le budget et informer la direction.
We need to review the budget and inform management.