outcome
noun
out·come
ˈau̇t-ˌkəm 
: something that follows as a result or consequence
a surprising outcome
patient outcomes of bypass surgery
We are still awaiting the final outcome of the trial.
Examples of outcome in a Sentence
the outcome of the election
We are still awaiting the final outcome of the trial.
There are two possible outcomes.
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The invalidation of Crown grants underlies the Cowichan outcome.
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David Frum, The Atlantic, 27 Dec. 2025
The biggest difference was in ticket revenue—a sign that matchups have an effect and could lead to fluctuations in future financial outcomes.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 27 Dec. 2025
Evidence also shows little difference in heart-health outcomes between full-fat and low-fat cheeses, with low-fat versions sometimes being more processed and less satisfying.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 26 Dec. 2025
These were likely to reduce store visits for returns and shopping with gift cards and potentially have some impact on business, but was not expected to dramatically alter the outcome.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 26 Dec. 2025
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David Frum, The Atlantic, 27 Dec. 2025
The biggest difference was in ticket revenue—a sign that matchups have an effect and could lead to fluctuations in future financial outcomes.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 27 Dec. 2025
Evidence also shows little difference in heart-health outcomes between full-fat and low-fat cheeses, with low-fat versions sometimes being more processed and less satisfying.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 26 Dec. 2025
These were likely to reduce store visits for returns and shopping with gift cards and potentially have some impact on business, but was not expected to dramatically alter the outcome.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 26 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for outcome
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“Outcome.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outcome. Accessed 1 Jan. 2026.
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outcome
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out·come
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