result in

verb

resulted in; resulting in; results in
Synonyms of result innext
: 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 next four drives resulted in three-and-outs, and the Hurricanes missed a field goal on the next drive. Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 19 Sep. 2026 That’s because the tight turns and circles could result in a crash if all helicopters remain in pursuit. Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2026 However, Godshalk suggests not getting too hyper-focused on each term, as embracing flexibility in your choices will result in an arrangement that is unique to you. Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 19 Sep. 2026 But as standards are lowered, funds will be, too, resulting in families having fewer opportunities to connect. Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for result in

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“Result in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/result%20in. Accessed 21 Sep. 2026.

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