result in
verb
resulted in; resulting in; results in
: to cause (something) to happen
The disease resulted in his death.
: to produce (something) as a result
The trial resulted in an acquittal.
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The results in New York affirm that socialists are on the rise and likely will field a presidential candidate in 2028.
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Joe Battenfeld,
Boston Herald,
25 June 2026
And when Nike posted third-quarter earnings results in March 2024, then-CEO Donahoe told investors during a conference call that more necessary adjustments were needed, including a reinvestment with wholesale partners and more innovation in its product lines.
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Vicki M. Young,
Footwear News,
24 June 2026
Snap earlier this year settled a landmark case brought by a 20-year-old woman, which resulted in Meta and YouTube being held liable for her harms, as well as a case brought by a school district.
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Clare Duffy,
CNN Money,
24 June 2026
Edmunds’ drivers did notice that the Cherokee’s hybrid powertrain does a better job of keeping noise and vibration out of the cabin, resulting in a quieter driving experience.
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ABC News,
24 June 2026
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Joe Battenfeld,
Boston Herald,
25 June 2026
And when Nike posted third-quarter earnings results in March 2024, then-CEO Donahoe told investors during a conference call that more necessary adjustments were needed, including a reinvestment with wholesale partners and more innovation in its product lines.
—
Vicki M. Young,
Footwear News,
24 June 2026
Snap earlier this year settled a landmark case brought by a 20-year-old woman, which resulted in Meta and YouTube being held liable for her harms, as well as a case brought by a school district.
—
Clare Duffy,
CNN Money,
24 June 2026
Edmunds’ drivers did notice that the Cherokee’s hybrid powertrain does a better job of keeping noise and vibration out of the cabin, resulting in a quieter driving experience.
—
ABC News,
24 June 2026
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“Result in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/result%20in. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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