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as in outcome
a condition or occurrence traceable to a cause
the frequent computer crashes are an unexpected result of the new security software we installed
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as in answer
something attained by mental effort and especially by computation
a nonpartisan panel of experts did the math on the proposed tax cuts and spending programs and the result was an $800 billion federal deficit
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Recent Examples of result
Megan Crepeau, Chicago Tribune, 12 Jan. 2025
The result is that the EPA vastly underestimates the harm from pesticides to important pollinators.
—Sharmeen Morrison, The Mercury News, 12 Jan. 2025
Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Jan. 2025
Because of high density planting the resulting grapes are smaller but more flavorful.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 9 Jan. 2025
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But regardless of Madigan’s intent, the result was the same: Much of the evidence introduced against him does not tie directly to him.
—Megan Crepeau, Chicago Tribune, 12 Jan. 2025
The result is that the EPA vastly underestimates the harm from pesticides to important pollinators.
—Sharmeen Morrison, The Mercury News, 12 Jan. 2025
Verb
The conditions are expected to last Thursday into Friday and could result slick spots, especially on bridges and overpasses, according to NWS.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Jan. 2025
Because of high density planting the resulting grapes are smaller but more flavorful.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 9 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for result
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That is an outcome this country can no longer afford.Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 9 Jan. 2025
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Every owner should thank the players, regardless of the outcome.James Boyd, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
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Meanwhile, the never-ending journey to find answers in protection for Burrow continues.Paul Dehner Jr., The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
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Preparing answers to common questions can help set the tone for the conversation, make a positive impression and boost your confidence during the interview.Natalie Wu, CNBC, 6 Jan. 2025
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Rod Wave Rod Wave will perform at the American Airlines Center in Dallas as part of his Last Lap tour on Saturday, January 18.Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Jan. 2025
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Six other teams also performed worse at home than on the road, including two home teams this playoff weekend: the Baltimore Ravens (hosting the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday night) and the Houston Texans (hosting the Los Angeles Chargers to kick off the playoff slate).Michael Salfino, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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Like so many Angelenos, Cheyenne Shannon’s routine came to a halt in the hours after the devastating Palisades Fire broke out on the morning of Jan. 7, followed by the Eaton Fire in Altadena.Pamela McClintock, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Jan. 2025
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Continuing on the momentum, the following GenAI trends are set to catch fire in 2025 and every executive should be paying attention: Agentic AI Agentic AI includes AI systems that are meant to act autonomously in real-world environments and are capable of acting without human interference.Venkat Viswanathan, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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Finally, the resultant structure was coated in potassium hydroxide, which washes away less stable structures and leaves behind thousands of microscopic pores.Michael Franco, New Atlas, 20 Dec. 2024
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Designers had initially hoped to tunnel beneath the rail line, but UP refused permission, the resultant bridge adding well over $15 million to the project cost, according to Ellerman.Mark Lamster, Dallas News, 29 June 2023
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The blockchain foundation of these systems offers robust solutions for data governance and compliance – critical concerns for regulated industries.Bernard Marr, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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Other startups offer solutions for producing and editing video content with AI, like Veed.io and Runway.Ryan Browne, CNBC, 15 Jan. 2025
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Thousands of customers just got this Bioderma micellar water that acts as a gentle cleanser and makeup remover, and another lot of shoppers picked up this Verb shampoo and conditioner that’s hardly ever on sale.Clara McMahon, People.com, 11 Jan. 2025
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Biden acted according to a lunatic double standard.Matthew Continetti, National Review, 11 Jan. 2025
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Across town, in Venice, the previously Med-minded Gran Blanco (80 Windward Ave.) suddenly pivoted toward Shinjuku’s Golden Gai, turning out chicken katsu sandwiches and fries featuring furikake salt.Gary Baum, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Jan. 2025
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The Red Sox getting Garrett Crochet could turn out to be as big a pitching move in the AL East as the Yankees getting Max Fried.Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 11 Jan. 2025
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“Result.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/result. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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