as a result

phrase

: because of something
He sprained his wrist and, as a result, he will not be playing in the tournament.
often + of
As a result of the accident, he was out of work for three months.

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The latest study revealed that a certain protein is activated by high cholesterol intake and as a result, makes fewer LDL receptors able to do their job. Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 July 2026 Although the extramarital affair made headlines at the time of Schettino’s trial, there was no evidence presented to say that he was distracted as a result of Cemortan’s presence. Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026 The case had not gone to trial yet, and the charges were dismissed Wednesday as a result of his death, records show. Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026 The 21st through 26th floors began caving as a result, according to DOB. Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for as a result

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“As a result.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/as%20a%20result. Accessed 16 Jul. 2026.

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