as in result
a condition or occurrence traceable to a cause
one expected outcome of hard work is greater success
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Recent Examples of outcome
The outcomes are going to be fantastic.
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Alexa Mikhail, Flow Space, 14 Jan. 2026
Barring confidential information, all agencies should have real-time access to the same data and regularly publish data on safety outcomes to share with the public.
—Daniela Gilbert, New York Daily News, 14 Jan. 2026
The idea that the outcome of the Broncos’ biggest game in a decade hinges on a running back who has been inactive for nine weeks is ridiculous.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 14 Jan. 2026
The outcome of the legal dispute has sparked concerns about the precedent Paramount has set for media companies giving in to the demands of the president.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Jan. 2026
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Alexa Mikhail, Flow Space, 14 Jan. 2026
Barring confidential information, all agencies should have real-time access to the same data and regularly publish data on safety outcomes to share with the public.
—Daniela Gilbert, New York Daily News, 14 Jan. 2026
The idea that the outcome of the Broncos’ biggest game in a decade hinges on a running back who has been inactive for nine weeks is ridiculous.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 14 Jan. 2026
The outcome of the legal dispute has sparked concerns about the precedent Paramount has set for media companies giving in to the demands of the president.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for outcome
Noun
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This move risks dangerous results from the military and security establishment in the country, as well as the substantial Cuban contingent working in the security sphere.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
8 Jan. 2026
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According to Fox 5, citing a flight expert, the unusual incident may not have been the result of a hard landing, but a possible malfunction in the aircraft’s automatic braking system.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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Using a red filter will lessen the impact of red objects in the resultant B&W photo.—
Harvey Levine,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Jan. 2026
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The resultant working group recommended that the TWC develop a wage supplement or bonus plan for childcare workers—requiring an investment of more than $2 billion.—
Lauren Hilgers,
Harpers Magazine,
30 Dec. 2025
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The tense music and security cam footage seem to suggest this isn’t over, that Cooper could face consequences for hurting the guy.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Vulture,
11 Jan. 2026
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Now there is hard evidence this all is getting very real, with consequences for everyone who pays an electric bill.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Jan. 2026
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For brands, these partnerships offer cultural relevance, direct access to consumers, and a chance to test performance products in one of the few individual sports where personal style shines.—
Jessica Schiffer,
Vogue,
14 Jan. 2026
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These labels indicate the product has met rigorous safety standards.—
Shivani Vyas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2026
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“Outcome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outcome. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.
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